Here are the correct forms for each sentence, along with a brief explanation of why the infinitive or gerund is used in each case. Completed Sentences
- When I’m tired, I enjoy watching television. It’s relaxing.
- It was a nice day, so we decided to go for a walk.
- It’s a nice day. Does anyone fancy going for a walk?
- I’m not in a hurry. I don’t mind waiting.
- They don’t have much money. They can’t afford to go out very often.
- I wish that dog would stop barking. It’s driving me mad.
- Our neighbour threatened to call the police if we didn’t stop the noise.
- We were hungry, so I suggested having dinner early.
- Hurry up! I don’t want to risk missing the train.
- I’m still looking for a job but I hope to find something soon.
Grammar Reference Table
| Verb | Followed by... | Reason / Context |
|---|---|---|
| Enjoy | Gerund (-ing) | Used for likes, dislikes, and general preferences. |
| Decide | Infinitive (to) | Used for choices, plans, and future intentions. |
| Fancy | Gerund (-ing) | Informal British English meaning "to want" or "feel like." |
| Mind | Gerund (-ing) | Usually used in negative sentences or questions. |
| Afford | Infinitive (to) | Often follows "can" or "can't" regarding resources. |
| Stop | Gerund (-ing) | Used when an action is ended or finished. |
| Threaten | Infinitive (to) | Used when promising a specific (usually negative) action. |
| Suggest | Gerund (-ing) | Used when proposing an idea to others. |
| Risk | Gerund (-ing) | Used when an action might result in a negative outcome. |
| Hope | Infinitive (to) | Used for desires or expectations regarding the future. |
I can provide more practice sentences or explain the difference between verbs that can take both forms (like "remember" or "stop") if you would like.
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