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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We carried on using the encyclopedia to make plans… (BNC)
…the disappearance of the forest habitat had forced the herbivore to turn meat-eater. (BNC) …Lear tried to tempt Gould to visit him in Rome… (BNC) In December the Red Cross persuaded both sides to allow it to cross their battle lines. (BNC) …to kill two people who they allege to have been behind crime in the city. (BNC) |
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