English Grammar Practice: Verb Patterns
Recommendations and Suggestions
- They advised us to take a taxi.
- Jonh suggested going to see the new play tonight.
- I would recommend taking pros and cons into consideration.
- I want him to come with me tonight.
- I didn't tell her to go away; I told her to stay.
- Did you ask your brother to come to the party?
Daily Life and Habits
- I feel like going to an Indian restaurant.
- I love playing tennis, but I dislike watching it.
- I wouldn't like to share an office; I'm used to having my own.
- When I was a child, I didn't use to watch cartoons.
- When I lived in Palma, I used to go swimming every day.
- I usually go to bed early, but last night I went to bed late.
- Jane doesn't like getting up early, but she is slowly getting used to it.
- She still hasn't got used to living in rainy England.
- Did you get used to living abroad?
Actions and Consequences
- This film is worth watching.
- We were about to leave when the phone rang.
- I'm looking forward to taking some great photos.
- The party turned out to be a success.
- The burglars made my aunt give them her jewels.
- Children have stopped acting up and fallen asleep.
- I can't imagine getting good marks at the end of the term.
- Taking the exam shouldn't take you more than an hour and a half.
- What does he mean to do if he's selected?
- One day you'll regret wasting time.
- I can't prevent her from talking to the press.
- I won't forget to phone you.
- My parents would love me to study abroad.
- She hasn't stopped smoking yet.
- If you keep trying, in the end, you'll succeed.
- I regret to tell you that you have failed your exam.
- She promised to do her best next time.
- The floors need cleaning.
- Frank doesn't mind living alone because he has lived alone for 15 years; he is used to living alone.
- His new order means working overtime.
- It's no use telling her how to drive; she doesn't want to learn.
- It's up to us to end environmental disasters.
- I'd never consider travelling to warring countries.
- The student refused to study more.
- What time did you finish reading last night?
- I regret telling her so much about myself.
- I don't mind you watching TV on condition you have finished your homework.
- I miss being able to visit my family.
- The wedding was about to be a disaster because the bride and groom quarreled.
- I can't help laughing at the joke.
