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Verbs Unveile A Quick Guide to Types and Functions

  1. Action Verbs:
    • Definition: Express physical or mental action.
    • Example: She runs marathons for charity.
  1. Linking Verbs:
    • Definition: Connect the subject to a noun, pronoun, or adjective.
    • Example: The cake smells delicious.
  1. Auxiliary (Helping) Verbs:
    • Definition: Assist the main verb in expressing time, mood, or voice.
    • Example: He has finished his homework.
  1. Modal Verbs:
    • Definition: Express possibility, necessity, or ability.
    • Example: You can achieve anything with determination.
  1. Transitive Verbs:
    • Definition: Require a direct object to complete their meaning.
    • Example: She bought a new laptop.
  1. Intransitive Verbs:
    • Definition: Do not require a direct object.
    • Example: The sun sets beautifully.
  1. Phrasal Verbs:
      • Definition: Consist of a main verb combined with an adverb or preposition.
      • Example: They looked up the unfamiliar word.

 

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