Mastering Grammar: Stop Infinitive vs Gerund Confusion Once and For All!
stop + gerund
In this usage, "stop" indicates that an action in progress ends.
stop + infinitive
We use this verb pattern to indicate that someone stops doing something in order to do something else
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Happy weekend fellow blog readers, students and followers! 🤗 Are you tired of stumbling over the difference between infinitives and gerunds? 😩 You're not alone! In this blog post, we'll delve deep into the nuances of grammar, specifically focusing on how to differentiate the meaning of stop + infinitive vs stop + gerund 🤓. By the end of this article, you'll have the tools you need to confidently navigate the often-confusing territory of this grammar rule. 💪🏻 Let's dive in and put an end to the confusion once and for all! 🚀🚀
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🩷 She stopped to buy some groceries on her way home.
🧡 The teenagers stopped talking when I entered the classroom.
❤️ On the way to Sheffield, we stopped to look at an old castle.
💛 He stopped smoking a year ago.
💜 We stopped to have something to eat.
🩵 Finally, it’s stopped raining!
💚 I stopped the video to ask if my student understood.
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