Verbs like allow, advise, permit and forbid can be followed by either an–ing formor an infinitive. These sentences can be changed into the passive, but… Continue reading
Active and passive voice exercise
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Gerund and infinitives with advise, allow and permit
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Some verbs and adjectives can be followed by a gerund or an infinitive. Sometimes there is a difference of meaning. Gerunds and infinitives with advise,… Continue reading
Idioms and phrases with play
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A number of common idiomatic expressions use the word play. Here is a list of them. Play along To play along is to pretend that… Continue reading
Correct use of some prepositions
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Study the following sentences. They contain some common mistakes in the use of prepositions. Resemble Incorrect: This resembles to that. Correct: This resembles that. Incorrect:… Continue reading
Miscellaneous grammar mistakes
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Here is a list of common miscellaneous grammar mistakes. They do not belong to any particular category. They are the sort of mistakes that only… Continue reading