Pattern: V n to-inf

The pattern can be best understood by viewing the interactive construction network link above.

To examine the individual constructions please see the tables below:

Examples
I dare you to ask me… (BNC)
In December the Red Cross persuaded both sides to allow it to cross their battle lines. (BNC)
...to show that you want the dog to stay in position. (BNC)
…politicians believed themselves to be the best informed people in the world. (BNC)
Debbie…asked them to pay her directly. (BNC)

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