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Verbs Followed by Gerunds or Infinitives

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    An in-depth look at this topic of verbs followed by gerunds or infinitives
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  • David couldn't deny ____ (be) there that night.
    being
    to be
    both are ok
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  • Let's discuss ____ (rearrange) the office layout, considering various productivity-enhancing options.
    both are ok
    to rearrange
    rearranging
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  • My mother finished ____ (cook), leaving the dishes for later.
    to cook
    both are ok
    cooking
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  • He mentioned _____ (swim) in the ocean and exploring the nearby caves as his favorite vacation activities.
    to swim
    swimming
    both are ok
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  • Gabriel practices ____ (play) the piano, dedicating hours to perfecting his technique.
    both are ok
    playing
    to play
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  • He quit ____ (drink) soda, opting for healthier beverage options instead.
    to drink
    both are ok
    drinking
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  • My sister couldn't resist ____ (laugh) at the comedian's hilarious jokes.
    both are ok
    to laugh
    laughing
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  • I suggest ____ (try) out the new restaurant downtown; their food has been receiving great reviews.
    both are ok
    trying
    to try
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  • Luisa and Gabriela arranged ____ (meet) her friend after work to discuss the upcoming project.
    both are ok
    to meet
    meeting
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  • He claimed ___ (have) seen the elusive bird species during his expedition.
    to have
    having
    both are ok
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  • She decided ____ (start) learning a new language to broaden her horizons.
    to start
    starting
    both are ok
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  • The protesters demand ____ (speak) with the mayor to address their concerns about the new policy
    to speak
    speaking
    both are ok
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  • They deserve ____ (receive) recognition for their hard work and dedication to the project.
    both are ok
    to receive
    receiving
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  • I expect ____ (finish) my work by the end of the day to meet the deadline.
    finishing
    to finish
    both are ok
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  • Miguel pretended ____ (be) asleep to avoid the conversation.
    to be
    being
    both are ok
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  • He refused ____ (give up) despite facing numerous challenges along the way.
    to give up
    giving up
    both are ok
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