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Gerund

Definition

A verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun, often used as the subject or complement of a sentence.

Example Sentences

1The gerund 'eating' is the subject of the sentence 'Eating is my favorite hobby.'.
2Is the gerund 'running' used correctly in this sentence?
3The teacher explained that the word 'writing' can be a gerund (noun) or a present participle (verb).
4If you use the gerund 'speaking' instead of the infinitive 'to speak', the sentence will be incorrect.
5There are several gerunds in this paragraph, including 'thinking', 'learning', and 'growing'.

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