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Basics - Section I

I'm

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'I'm' is an abbreviation for the word 'I AM.' It is used in combination with other words to tell someone about yourself or to describe something you are doing.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm so tired."
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I'm confused."
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I'm happy."
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I'm twenty three years old."
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I'm hungry."
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I'm nervous."
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I'm excited."
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I'm leaving work."
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I'm thirsty."
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I'm from Seattle."

You can also add descriptive words with 'I'm' such as:

"
I'm extremely tired."
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I'm very happy."
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I'm terribly hungry."
"
I am super excited."
"
I'm very nervous."


I'm in/at/on
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Describes an action you are doing.

Most commonly, you would use the word 'in' when entering a physical location such as a room or a building.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm in the shower."
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I'm in the lobby."
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I'm in a car."
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I'm in a house."
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I'm in a school."

Using the word 'at' helps tell someone where you currently are. The difference between 'at' and 'in' is that the physical location is general.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm at the grocery."
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I'm at the mall."
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I'm at the doctor's office."
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I'm at the park."
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I'm at the airport."

However, in some cases you can use 'at' and 'in' interchangeably.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm at the mall."
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I'm in the mall."
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I'm at the park."
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I'm in the park."
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I'm at the grocery."
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I'm in the grocery."

Using the word 'on' is referring to a non physical location such as your time being utilized by something else.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm on the phone."
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I'm on my computer."
"
I'm on a bus."

I'm + (verb)
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'I'm' is a contraction of the words 'I am.' By adding a verb to 'I'm' this lets you express an action or occurrence about yourself.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm eating lunch."
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I'm brushing my teeth."
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I'm scared."
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I'm driving to work."
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I'm crying."
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I'm typing an email."
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I'm cooking dinner."
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I'm combing my hair."
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I'm hanging a picture."
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I am texting."
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I am dancing."
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I am interested in the job."
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I am exercising."
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I am sad."
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I am learning."

I'm getting
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When combining the words 'I am' and 'getting' you are telling someone 'you' are gaining possession, being affected by or have plans to seek out and obtain a particular thing.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm getting better."
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I'm getting ready for bed."
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I'm getting a tooth ache."
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I'm getting a cold."
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I'm getting married."
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I'm getting tired."
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I'm getting good at reading."
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I'm getting a new car."
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I'm getting a job."
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I'm getting a puppy."

I'm trying + (verb)
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'I am trying' informs someone that you are attempting to accomplish something using bodily, mental, or spiritual strength. By adding a verb to 'I'm trying' you are pointing out exactly what it is you are attempting to do.

Here are some examples:

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I'm trying to get a job."
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I'm trying to call my family."
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I'm trying to enjoy my dinner."
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I'm trying to educate myself."
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I'm trying to explain myself."
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I'm trying new food."
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I'm trying to eat healthy."
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I'm trying to understand."

You may also hear the word 'trying' used to express a way someone is feeling. In this manner, it expresses strain or distress.

Here are some examples:

"
Learning new things can be trying on you."
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That marathon was very trying on me."

I'm gonna + (verb)
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The word 'gonna' is incorrect grammatically. The equivalent in proper grammar would be 'going to.' When using the word 'gonna' you are telling someone what you are planning to do at that moment or in the near future.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm gonna have some coffee."
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I'm gonna go to work."
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I'm gonna eat some cake."
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I'm gonna send out my resume."
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I'm gonna run a marathon."
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I'm gonna ask her out for dinner."
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I'm gonna stop smoking."
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I'm gonna help my friends."
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I'm gonna take swim lessons."
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I'm gonna read a book."

I have + (noun)
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By using the words 'I have' you are informing someone of something you have possession of or have acquired.

Here are some examples:

"
I have a cat."
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I have a nice car."
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I have a house."
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I have a computer."
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I have a headache."

You may hear the words 'cannot' and 'won't' used with 'I have.' By adding these you can express what you will not put up with or allow.

Here are some examples:

"
I cannot have that behavior in my house."
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I cannot have you over tonight."
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I won't have anything to do with that."
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I won't have it any other way."

I have + (past participle)
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Again, 'I have' shows possession or something acquired. By adding a past participle you are informing someone of a past or completed action done by you.

Here are some examples:

"
I have done it."
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I have heard that before."
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I have driven a car."
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I have forgotten the words."
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I have read that book."
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I have eaten at that restaurant before."
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I have flown in an airplane."
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I have forgiven you."
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I have seen you before."
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I have written a letter."
I used to + (verb)

I have to + (verb)
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The words 'have to' describe something that needs to take place soon. It expresses certainty, necessity, or obligation.

Here are some examples:

"
I have to switch schools."
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I have to use the telephone."
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I have to go to the bathroom."
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I have to leave."
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I have to unpack my bags."

You can also add the word 'don't' to suggest that someone is not required to do something.

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I don't have to switch schools."
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I don't have to use the telephone."
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I don't have to go to the bathroom."
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I don't have to leave."
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I don't have to unpack my bags."

I wanna + (verb)
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The word 'wanna' is incorrect grammatically. It is equivalent to 'want to.' When combined with the word 'I' it helps communicate something you want to do.

Here are some examples:

"
I wanna talk."
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I wanna search for a job."
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I wanna order some food."
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I wanna marry her."
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I wanna listen to that song."

By adding the word 'don't' you can change the meaning of what you are saying to something you 'want' to do to something you 'do not' want to do.

Here are some examples:

"
I don't wanna talk."
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I don't wanna search for a job."
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I don't wanna marry her."
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I don't wanna listen to that song."
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I don't wanna order some food."

I gotta + (verb)
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'I gotta' is grammatically incorrect. It is more of a spoken form. If you want to say this with proper grammar, the equivalent would be, 'I have got to' or 'I've got to'. In the spoken form, 'got to' is shortened to 'gotta' and the word 'have' is dropped.

Here are some examples:

"
I gotta manage my money."
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I gotta obey the laws."
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I gotta move to a bigger house."
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I gotta impress my boss."
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I gotta brush my teeth."

By adding the word 'have' you can change what you are saying to express something that needs to be done in the near future.

Here are some examples:

"
I have got to be on time to work."
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I've gotta try harder at school."
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I've gotta tell my wife I'll be late."
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I've gotta learn more about the laws."
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I've gotta clean my house today."

I would like to + (verb)

I plan to + (verb)

I've decided to + (verb)

I was about to + (verb)
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When stating 'I was about to' you are informing someone that you were going to do something, but another event prevented you from doing it. It is similar to 'I am about to' but the difference is that you will not do it any longer. Since you will not do it any longer, it becomes a past event. That is why we use 'was' instead of 'am'

Here is an example conversionsation to help you understand.

A: Hi Mike. I need to ask you a favor.
B: Hey Bob. What do you need?
A: Can you drive me to the convenient store? My car is in the shop and we really need to get milk.
B: Sure. I can do that.
A: Were you in the middle of something? I don't want to bother you.
B: I was about to watch a movie, but that can wait.

In this case, he cannot say, "I am about to watch a movie" because he will not be watching it because he has to drive his friend. You use "I was about to" when you will not be doing something immediately because of some other event.

Here are some examples:

"
I was about to go out."
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I was about to go to dinner."
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I was about to go to bed."
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I was about to go to work."
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I was about to say the same thing."
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I was about to call you."
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I was about to send you an email."
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I was about to mow my grass."
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I was about to order us some drinks."
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I was about to watch television."

I didn't mean to + (verb)
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The word 'didn't' is a contraction of the words 'did not'. When using it in a sentence with the words 'mean to' you are informing someone that you did something you regret or are sorry for. This could have been a physical, mental or verbal action.

Here are some examples:

"
I didn't mean to hurt your feelings."
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I didn't mean to call you so late."
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I didn't mean to lie about what happened."
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I didn't mean to embarrass you."
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I didn't mean to stay out so late."
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I did not mean to say those things."
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I did not mean to leave you out."
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I did not mean to make you confused."
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I did not mean to think you were involved."
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I did not mean to cause trouble."

I don't have time to + (verb)
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The word 'don't' is a contraction of the words 'do not.' When adding 'have time to' you are simply stating that you have other obligations and all other things considered must wait.

Here are some examples:

"
I don't have time to explain."
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I don't have time to eat."
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I don't have time to exercise."
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I don't have time to watch my favorite TV show."
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I don't have time to talk."

You can also use the phrase 'I don't' to express things you do not like, things you do not understand, or things you do not do.

Here are some examples:

"
I don't eat meat."
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I don't like the rain."
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I don't understand Spanish."
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I do not understand what you are saying."
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I do not like scary movies."
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I do not like sports."

I promise not to + (verb)
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When using the word 'promise' you are giving your word that what you are saying is true. You might also be assuring someone a guarantee that you will follow thru on what you are saying to them.

When using 'promise not to' you are stating you will not do a particular thing.

Here are some examples:

"
I promise not to tell."
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I promise not to leave without you."
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I promise not to be so late."
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I promise not to hurt your feelings."
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I promise not to wake you up."

You can also just use the word 'promise' to assure someone of your intentions.

Here are some examples:

"
I promise I am telling the truth."
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I promise to practice my math."
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I promise to call you."
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I promise I will tell you."
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I promise I will come to your party."

I'd rather + (verb)

I feel like + (verb-ing)
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Here you are expressing to someone something you would enjoy doing.

Here are some examples:

"
I feel like going for a bike ride."
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I feel like going to the beach."
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I feel like having a snack."
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I feel like talking."
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I feel like dancing."
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I feel like having friends over to my house."
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I feel like watching TV."

By adding 'don't' or 'do not' you can change what you are saying to express something you would not enjoy or express a concern about something.

Here are some examples:

"
I don't feel like leaving yet."
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I don't feel like explaining."
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I don't feel like going to bed."
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I do not feel comfortable talking about it."
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I do not feel like we are going in the right direction."

I can't help + (verb-ing)
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The word 'can't' is contraction for 'cannot.' Combined with 'help' you are communicating something you are unable to control or having a hard time gaining a grasp for. This can be a physical or mental action.

Here are some examples:

"
I can't help thinking about it."
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I can't help shopping so much."
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I can't help working all the time."
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I can't help smiling when I see her."
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I can't help eating so much."
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I can't help loving you."
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I can not help biting my nails when I am nervous."
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I can not help smoking when I have been drinking."
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I cannot help feeling so sad."
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I cannot help remembering the things you did."

 was busy + (verb-ing)
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When using the word 'was', you are referring to something in a past tense, or something that happened before. Combining it with the word 'busy' you can express something that was occupying you in a past time.

Here are some examples:

"
I was busy thinking."
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I was busy working."
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I was busy cooking dinner."
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I was busy talking on the phone."
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I was busy cleaning the house."
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I was busy studying for my test."
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I was busy thinking of ideas for our website."
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I was busy entertaining our neighbors."
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I was busy completing my housework."
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I was busy learning new things."

By changing 'was' to 'am' you change your message from past tense to present tense and refer to something you are doing 'now.'

Here are some examples:

"
I am busy working."
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I am busy cooking dinner."
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I am busy studying for my test."
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I am busy completing housework."
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I am busy talking on the phone."

I'm not used to + (verb-ing)

I want you to + (verb)
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I want you to' is telling someone that you have a desire or would like for them to do something.

Here are some examples:

"
I want you to clean the dishes."
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I want you to come home right after school."
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I want you to call once you get there."
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I want you to explain yourself to me."
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I want you to educate me."

By using the word 'need' instead of 'want' you are expressing something that is required or wanted.

Here are some examples:

"
I need you to study harder in school."
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I need you to stop and listen to me."
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I need you to greet our guests."
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I need you to introduce me to your family."
"
I need to request a refund."

I'm here to + (verb)

I have something + (verb)

I'm looking forward to

Basics - Section II
I'm calling to + (verb)

I'm working on + (noun)

I'm sorry to + (verb)

I'm thinking of + (verb-ing)

I'll help you + (verb)

I'm dying to + (verb)

It's my turn to + (verb)

It's hard for me to + (verb)

I'm having a hard time + (verb-ing)
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By stating you are having a hard time you are letting someone know you are having difficulty with something. This could be something physical or mental and something that could be overcome with effort.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm having a hard time writing."
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I'm having a hard time understanding you."
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I'm having a hard time answering your question."
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I'm having a hard time downloading songs to my iPod."
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I'm having a hard time agreeing to the terms."

With the addition of an adverb you can express in more detail just how difficult something is for you.

Here are some examples:

"
I'm having an extremely hard time trusting you."
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I'm having an extremely hard time with my wife."
"
I'm having a very hard time finding a job."
"
I'm having a very hard time finding parts for my car."

I think I should + (verb)
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Here you are telling someone that you feel strongly about doing a particular action. Here are some examples:

"
I think I should practice my reading."
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I think I should join a study group."
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I think I should handle this as soon as possible."
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I think I should earn my degree."
"
I think I should explain myself."

By adding the word 'don't' you have changed what you are conveying from something you are thinking of doing, to something you are against.

Here are some examples:

"
I do not think I should complain so much."
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I do not think I should attend that event."
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I do not think I should borrow more money."
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I do not think I should doubt you."
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I do not think I should decide until later."

I've heard that + (subject + verb)
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You are letting someone know that you are aware of something or that you have been informed of something that is taking place. This could be something that has already happened or something happening in the near future. 'I've' is a contraction of the words 'I have.'

Here are some examples:

"
I've heard that you got a new job."
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I've heard that you want to leave your job."
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I've heard that you got a new car."
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I've heard that you like to jog."
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I've heard that you fix computers."
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I've heard that you've never been to Canada."
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I've heard that you like to shop."
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I've heard that you and your boss don't get along."
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I've heard that there is no school next week."
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I've heard that your wife is a yoga instructor."

It occurred to me that (subject + verb)
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The word 'occurred' informs someone that something has come to mind or has been found. You are letting someone know that you suddenly have thought or remembered about something.

Here are some examples:

"
It occurred to me that I forgot your birthday."
"
It occurred to me that we both belong to the same gym."
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It occurred to me that we enjoy a lot of the same things."
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It occurred to me the price for homes are more expensive here."
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It occurred to me that eating healthy makes me feel better."

Using the word 'had' or 'has' can change what you are saying to represent something remembered in a past time.

Here are some examples:

"
It had occurred to me that I forgot something at the grocery."
"
It had occurred to me I might need to change my email address."
"
It has occurred to me I forgot my mom's birthday."
"
It has occurred to me before."

Let me + (verb)

Thank you for

Can I + (verb)
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When ending a sentence with a question mark (?) you are asking the person or people you are talking to a question for which you would like an answer. Here you are asking permission to do a particular action.

Here are some examples:

"
Can I answer your question?"
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Can I attend the event?"
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Can I move to another spot?"
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Can I call you tomorrow?"
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Can I complete this later?"
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Can I explain myself?"
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Can I help you with your homework?"
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Can I include you in our plans?"
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Can I introduce you to my co-workers?"
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Can I inform you of some bad news?"

Can I get + (noun)
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The phrase 'Can I get' can be used in a couple different ways. You can use it to ask a question.

Here are some examples:

"
Can I get a cup of water?"
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Can I get a dog?"
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Can I get lunch?"
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Can I get sugar in my coffee?"
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Can I get popcorn at the movie?"

You can also use it when offering to help someone or do something for them.

Here are some examples:

"
Can I get you another drink?"
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Can I help you move that?"
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Can I recommend a good place to eat?"
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Can I take you home?"
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Can I help you finish your project?"

I'm not sure if (subject + verb)

Do you mind if I + (verb)


I don't know what to + (verb)

I should have + (past participle)

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Should' is the past tense of the word 'shall.' When using the words 'should have' you are talking about something in the past that you 'ought to' or 'might have' done.

Here are some examples:

"
I should have gone with you."
"
I should have studied more for my test."
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I should have read the directions before starting."
"
I should have eaten breakfast this morning."
"
I should have listened to your advice."
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I should have married her when I had the chance."

'Shall' is something that will take place or exist in the future.

Here are some examples:

"
I shall leave tomorrow."
"
I shall finish the job next week."
"
I shall see it tomorrow."
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I shall go outside if it's nice out."
"
I shall pay for this later."

I wish I could + (verb)


You should + (verb)

You're supposed to + (verb)


You seem + (adjective)

You'd better + (verb)

Are you into + (noun)

Are you trying to + (verb)

Please + (verb)


Don't + (verb)

Do you like

How often do you

Do you want me to + (verb)

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To 'want' is to feel or have a desire for. When saying 'Do you want me to' you're asking someone if there is anything you can do for them or assist them with.

Here are some examples:

"
Do you want me to pick up the kids?"
"
Do you want me to fix your flat tire?"
"
Do you want me to help you read that book?"
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Do you want me to remind you?"
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Do you want me to remove my shoes?"

The word 'want' can also be used to express something YOU would like someone else to do or that something you personally would enjoy.

Here are some examples:

"
I want you to come over."
"
I want you to make a decision."
"
I want you to water the flowers."
"
I want to understand what you are trying to say."
"
I want to be better at swimming."
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I want to be more involved at church."

What do you think about (verb-ing)


Why don't we + (verb)

It's too bad that

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'Too bad' means regrettable or unfortunate. When using it in a sentence you are expressing a concern or regret for what has taken place. The topic being discussed could have happened to you, the person you are talking to, or someone or something else.

Here are some examples:

"
It's too bad that she lost her job."
"
It's too bad that you have to go."
"
It's too bad that I found out about it."
"
It's too bad we will not be there on time."
"
It's too bad that tickets are all gone to that concert."
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It's too bad that it is supposed to rain."
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It's too bad that she got hurt."
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It's too bad that my work has to lay off people."
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It's too bad that you do not understand."

You could have + (past participle)

If I were you, I would + (verb)

It's gonna be + (adjective)

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You're informing someone what something is going to be like. This could be something you are going to do, see or feel.

Here are some examples:

"
It's going to be delicious."
"
It's gonna be easy."
"
It's gonna be depressing."
"
It's going to be exciting."
"
It's going to be disgusting."

You can also add 'he or she' or a person's name to describe how they might react to something.

Here are some examples:

"
He is going to be tough to deal with."
"
He is going to be terrific at that."
"
She is going to be relieved to hear that."
"
She is going to be scared after watching that movie."
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Sally is going to be successful."
"
Mike is going to be grumpy after I tell him."

It's gonna be + (adjective)

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You're informing someone what something is going to be like. This could be something you are going to do, see or feel.

Here are some examples:

"
It's going to be delicious."
"
It's gonna be easy."
"
It's gonna be depressing."
"
It's going to be exciting."
"
It's going to be disgusting."

You can also add 'he or she' or a person's name to describe how they might react to something.

Here are some examples:

"
He is going to be tough to deal with."
"
He is going to be terrific at that."
"
She is going to be relieved to hear that."
"
She is going to be scared after watching that movie."
"
Sally is going to be successful."
"
Mike is going to be grumpy after I tell him."

It looks like + (noun)

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You could be describing how something is similar or appears to be by the way it looks.

Here are some examples:

"
It looks like a balloon."
"
It looks like a jellyfish."
"
It looks like a banana."
"
It looks like a fish."
You can also use 'it looks like' to describe something that might be in the future.

Here are some examples:

"
It looks like it's going to rain."
"
It looks like it's going to be fun."
"
It looks like it's going to be a long day."

You can also use it to describe something in the present tense.

Here are some examples:

"
It looks like they are leaving."
"
It looks like he is waving to us."
"
It looks like she is lost."
"
It looks like they are racing."

That's why + (subject + verb)

It's time to + (verb)

The point is that + (subject + verb)

How was + (noun)

How about + (verb-ing)

What if + (subject + verb)

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Here you are asking a question about 'in the event of' or 'in the event that.' Usually you are looking for an answer at the time of the question that is being asked.

Here are some examples:

"
What if I miss the bus?"
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What if I were late to dinner?"
"
What if I called her tomorrow?"
"
What if I don't understand?"
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What if someone sees me?"
"
What if no one is home?"
"
What if they decide to stay?"
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What if it rains while we are camping?"
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What if I do not finish on time?"
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What if we introduce ourselves first?"

What if + (subject + verb)

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Here you are asking a question about 'in the event of' or 'in the event that.' Usually you are looking for an answer at the time of the question that is being asked.

Here are some examples:

"
What if I miss the bus?"
"
What if I were late to dinner?"
"
What if I called her tomorrow?"
"
What if I don't understand?"
"
What if someone sees me?"
"
What if no one is home?"
"
What if they decide to stay?"
"
What if it rains while we are camping?"
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What if I do not finish on time?"
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What if we introduce ourselves first?"

How much does it cost to + (verb)

How come + (subject + verb)


What are the chances of + (verb-ing)

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By asking 'what are the chances of' you are wondering how often or in what case would a particular thing happen.

Here are some examples:

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What are the chances of getting tickets?"
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What are the chances of that happening?"
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What are the chances of it raining today?"
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What are the chances of winning the lottery?"

When replacing the word 'the' with 'your' or 'our' you can ask what the chances 'personally' that the topic will happen.

Here are some examples:

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What are the chances of you staying home today?"
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What are your chances of getting the job?"
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What are your chances of improving?"
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What are your chances of moving?"
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What are our chances of staying together?"
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What are our chances of working together?"
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What are our chances of going together?"

There is something wrong with + (noun)

Let's not + (verb)

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The word 'let's' is formed from the words 'let us.' Here you are requesting that something not take place at this moment or that what is happening needs to be contained or lessened.

Here are some examples:

"
Let's not discuss this now."
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Let's not stay here too long."
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Let's not stop anywhere on the way."
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Let's not remain mad at each other."
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Let's not meddle in other people's business."
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Let us not get too excited."
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Let us not worry too much."
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Let us not interrupt them when they are talking."
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Let us help you."
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Let us get that for you."

Let's say that + (subject + verb)

There's no need to + (verb)

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The word 'there's' is a contraction of the words 'there is' or 'there has.' When expressing 'no need' you are stating that the action does not need to take place.

Here are some examples:

"
There's no need to worry."
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There's no need to be upset."
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There's no need to act so strange."
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There's no need to act so shy."
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There's no need to rush off."
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There's no need to talk now."
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There is no need to call this late."
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There is no need to bother him."
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There is no need to run away."
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There is no need to stop now."

It takes + (time) + to + (verb)

 

Please make sure that + (subject + verb)

Here's to + (noun)

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'Here's to' is used in a way of celebrating or identifying a person, place, or thing of significance. It is usually said while toasting someone at dinner, or signaling to someone or something after an event.

Here are some examples:

"
Here's to the winner!"
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Here's to your marriage!"
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Here's to the New Year!"
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Here's to great friends!"
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Here's to starting a new job!"
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Here is to the luckiest guy in the world!"
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Here is to you!"
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Here is to happiness!"
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Here is to a wonderful day!"
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Here is to great memories!"

 

It's no use + (verb-ing)

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is.' By stating 'it's no use' you are saying that what you or someone else is doing is not recommended or uncalled for.

Here are some examples:

"
It's no use crying."
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It's no use separating them."
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It's no use talking to her."
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It's no use whining about it."
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It's no use apologizing."
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It's no use attempting to please him."
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It's no use arguing about it."
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It's no use behaving that way."
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It's no use cleaning up."
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It's no use checking on it yet."

There's no way + (subject + verb)


It's very kind of you to + (verb)

There's nothing + (subject) + can + (verb)

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'There's' is a contraction of the words 'there is.' When using the word 'nothing' you are suggesting that something cannot happen or be done.

Here are some examples:

"
There's nothing you can harm."
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There's nothing the police can identify."
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There's nothing we can agree on."
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There's nothing we can join."
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There's nothing she can cook."
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There's nothing my dog can learn."

By using the word 'cannot' or 'can't' you change the expression to mean that all is possible.

Here are some examples:

"
There is nothing I cannot ask for."
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There's nothing we cannot accomplish."
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There's nothing our dog cannot open."
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There's nothing that truck cannot move."

Rumor has it that + (subject + verb)





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