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— NFToa (@nftoa_) July 12, 2025
As in the previous point, there are several verbs that require a gerund (-ing form) when combined with another verb:
- admit (admit)
- anticipate (anticipate)
- appreciate (appreciate)
- avoid (avoid / prevent)
- complete (complete / full / complete / complete)
- consider (consider / weigh / think about)
- delay (delay)
- deny (refuse / deny)
- discuss (discussion / discussing / discussing)
- dislike (don't like)
- enjoy (enjoy / relax)
- finish (finished / ended / arrived)
- keep (maintain / maintain)
- mention (mention / mention)
- mind (mind / mind / inner / reason / opinion / intention / will)
- miss (lost / missed)
- postpone (slow down / postpone)
- practice (practical / habit)
- quit (stop / leave)
- recall (withdrawal)
- recollect (remember / recall / focus / recombine)
- recommend (suggest / advise / encourage / recommend)
- resent (hate / angry / offended / feel hurt / annoying / sensitive)
- resist (refuse / hold back / fight / oppose)
- risk (risk / risky / danger / possibility of loss)
- suggest (suggest / recommend / propose / give an impression)
- tolerate (tolerate / tolerate / allow / be patient with)
- understand (understand / understand / understand)
Example questions in the TOEFL test:
Rita enjoyed being able to meet several members of Congress during her vacation.
A B C D
Question analysis
The answer you should choose is A. To be should be being. Enjoyed + gerund.
Correct Answer
Rita enjoyed being able to meet several members of Congress during her vacation.
