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  1. 11-Apr-2004, 20:04 #1
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    why are some verbs followed by a gerund and others by an infinitive? enjoy, for instance. What is the origin of the grammar?
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    Sadly, it's hard to give reasons why- mostly, it's just habit.
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    Default Re: gerund or infinitive

    Quote Originally Posted by osil
    why are some verbs followed by a gerund and others by an infinitive? enjoy, for instance. What is the origin of the grammar?
    I have asked the same question many times. There doesn't seem to be a good answer. :?
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