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Irregular Verbs with the Same Past and Past Participle
Learn which irregular verbs use one form for both the simple past and past participle, grouped by pattern with a table, example sentences, and common questions.
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Verbs & Verb Patterns
5 guides, starting with Irregular Verbs with the Same Past and Past Participle.
I Wish and If Only Examples
See I wish and if only examples for present, past, and annoying situations. Learn which verb forms follow, when to use were, and common mistakes to avoid.
Inseparable Phrasal Verbs List
A list of common inseparable phrasal verbs with meanings and example sentences, plus a simple test to tell them from separable ones such as give up.
Negative Infinitive of Purpose
Learn how to form the negative infinitive of purpose with in order not to and so as not to, with examples, common mistakes, and when to use so that.
Smelled or Smelt: The Irregular Verb Smell
Smelled or smelt? Learn the forms of the verb smell, how US and UK usage differ, and when to say smells good or smells badly, with clear examples.
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