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Learning English Grammar
Verb patterns
Nov 14, 2023
Exploring verb patterns and multiple ways in which verbs can be used, including the use of objects before the infinitive with 'to'. Understanding and discussing specific patterns for verbs like explain, suggest, advise, offer, promise, report, and warn. A quiz is conducted to test understanding and additional resources on verb patterns are recommended.
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- Verbs like explain and suggest are followed by 'that' and an independent clause.
- Certain verbs like advise and try can be followed either by the ing form or the infinitive with two.
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Verbs followed by 'that'
Verbs like explain, suggest, warn, and know are followed by 'that' and an independent clause. For example, 'My doctor explained that I had to go to hospital.' Other examples include 'We suggest that you go to the hospital in Oxford.' A good grammar book will provide a complete list of verbs that follow this pattern.
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