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Verb patterns with -ing and infinitive Student and Workbook examples

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I like _____ (cycle) more than any other sport.

cycling (to cycle in Br English means something different)

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I intend _____ (learn) some new sports this year.

to learn

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I am doing this race for charity, so I promise ____ (finish) it.

to finish

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I can't stand _____ (run); I prefer ______ (swim)

running, swimming (to swim would be acceptable)

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I'm not a big fan of extreme sports, such as ______ (skydive).

skydiving

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I fancy _____ (try) something new this weekend. What do you think?

trying

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I don't mind _____ (climb) as long as we have the right equipment.

climbing

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Halfway through the course I wanted ____ (give up) but my friend persuaded me _____ (continue).

to give up, to continue

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My favourite activity when we go on holiday is ______ (surf).

surfing

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Carlos suggested ____ (start) a 5-a-side football team. What do you think?

starting

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It's no good____ (run) in a marathon if you don't have the right shoes.

running

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_____ (train) is essential if you want to perform well as an athlete.

training

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What sport would you advise me ____ (do) in order to make friends?

to do

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What sport do you avoid ____ (take part in) and why?

taking part in

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I can't imagine not ____ (do) sport.

doing

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Did you succeed ____ (prep) _____ (win) the match?

succeed in winning

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