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Old 30-Nov-2004, 06:43
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Default Re: Subject and Verb

http://www.usingenglish.com/glossary/subjunctive.html

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The subjunctive is the mood of a verb used to show hopes doubts wishes etc.
1. God save the Queen. (I totally, don't get this. Why isn't 'save' 'saves'? How is it showing hopes, doubts, and wishes?)
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