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-ING form as a Noun

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    Sometimes words ending in "-ing" are not actions (verbs) but are names of activities or ideas (nouns)
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  • He is playing the piano. (to be, enjoyable)
    Playing music is enjoyable.
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  • She is studying for the exam. (to help, get, grades)
    Studying helps you get good grades.
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  • They were eating dinner when I called. (to eat, with friends, fun)
    Eating with friends is always fun.
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  • I was running yesterday. (great from, exercise)
    Running is a great form of exercise.
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  • We are watching a movie. (my hobby)
    Watching films is one of my hobbies.
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  • He is playing basketball today. ( to keep, fit)
    Playing sports keeps you fit.
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  • She was reading a book last night. (to improve, knowledge)
    Reading helps improve your knowledge.
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  • They were talking during the meeting. (about ideas, to spark, creativity)
    Talking about ideas can spark creativity.
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  • I am writing a letter. (to be a personal way, to communicate)
    Writing letters is a personal way to communicate.
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  • She is listening to the radio. (to be, relaxing)
    Listening to music can be relaxing.
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  • They were swimming in the pool. (great way, to stay, healthy)
    Swimming is a great way to stay healthy.
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  • He was working yesterday. (to bring, great results)
    Working hard brings great results.
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  • I am cooking dinner tonight. (to allow, new recipes)
    Cooking allows you to try new recipes.
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  • They are not traveling this summer. (to broaden, perspective)
    Traveling broadens your perspective.
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  • She was cleaning the house yesterday. (to make, everything, to look, tidy)
    Cleaning makes everything look tidy.
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  • We were laughing at the joke. (to make, you feel better)
    Laughing can make you feel better.
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