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:
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...to show that you want the dog to stay in position. (BNC)
He was later released but forbidden to leave the country. (BNC) Debbie…asked them to pay her directly. (BNC) I need you to help me out with a bit of advice. (BNC) We were preparing children to sit for the current examination. (BNC) |
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