Verb patterns
Put infinitive/ -ing/ bare infinitive: 1.I don’t fancy going (go) out tonight.2.She avoided telling (tell) him about her plans.3.I would like to come (come) to the party with you.4.He enjoys having (have) a bath in the evening.5.She kept talking (talk) during the film.6.I am learning to speak (speak) English.7.Do you mind giving (give) me a hand?8.She helped me to carry (carry) my suitcases.9.I’ve finished cooking (cook). Come and eat!10.He decided to study (study) Biology.11.I dislike waiting (wait).12.He asked to come (come) with us.13.I promise to help (help) you tomorrow.14.I heard the clock strike six. (strike)15.They saved a lot of money by booking the tickets in advance. (book)16. It was very nice of you to wait for us. (wait)17. It appears to be (be) raining. 18. We intend to go (go) to the countryside this weekend. 19. I pretended to be (be) sick so I didn’t have to go to work.20. Can you imagine living (live) without TV?21. They tolerate smoking (smoke) but they prefer people not to. 22. I anticipate arriving (arrive) on Tuesday.23. A wedding involves negotiating (negotiate) with everyone in the family. 24.He denies stealing (steal) the money.25. She admitted stealing (steal) the money.26. I chose to work (work) here.27. She waited to buy (buy) a drink.28. I really appreciate being (be) on holiday.29. I couldn’t help laughing (laugh).30. I couldn't sleep so I tried drinking (drink) some hot milk.31. She tried to reach (reach) the book on the high shelf but she was too small.32. You should stop smoking (smoke), it's not good for your health.33. We stopped to study (study) because we were tired.34. Oh no! I forgot to buy (buy) milk.35. I will never forget meeting (meet) the celebrity.36. Please remember to bring (bring) your homework. 37. I remember going (go) to the beach as a child.38. I regret to tell (tell) you the train has been delayed.39. I regret telling (tell) Julie my secret. Now she has told everyone.40. I am afraid of crashing ( crash) the car.41. I am afraid to touch (touch) the dog.42. I like to pay (pay) the bills at the beginning of a month.43. They made me feel (feel) good.44. She had better be (be) home right now.45. He must be (be) here.