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    Gerunds and infinitives can replace nouns in sentences. A gerund is the -ing form of a verb like singing or dancing, while an infinitive uses "to" plus the base verb form like to sing. Whether a gerund or infinitive is used depends on the main verb. Gerunds can follow certain verbs and prepositions of place and time, and can replace the subject or object of a sentence.

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    Gerunds and infinitives can replace nouns in sentences. A gerund is the -ing form of a verb like singing or dancing, while an infinitive uses "to" plus the base verb form like to sing. Whether a gerund or infinitive is used depends on the main verb. Gerunds can follow certain verbs and prepositions of place and time, and can replace the subject or object of a sentence.

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    Gerunds and infinitives can replace a noun in a sentence.

    Gerund = the present participle (-ing) form of the verb, e.g., singing, dancing,
    running.

    Infinitive = to + the base form of the verb, e.g., to sing, to dance, to run.

    Whether you use a gerund or an infinitive depends on the main verb in the sentence.

    I expect to have the results of the operation soon. (Infinitive)

    I anticipate having the research completed eventually. (Gerund)

    Gerunds can be used after certain verbs including enjoy, fancy, discuss, dislike,
    finish, mind, suggest, recommend, keep, and avoid.

    1) After prepositions of place and time.

    I made dinner before getting home.

    He looked unhappy after seeing his work schedule.

    2) To replace the subject or object of a sentence

    Bob likes eating coconut oil.

    Jumping off a cliff is dangerous, but a real thrill.

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