Verbals (Gerunds, Participles, Infinitives)

To bake a cake, you'll need flour, eggs, and sugar.

(Infinitives) Kim knew one thing: she needed to sing.

(Infinitives) To empathize is a valuable and necessary virtue in life.

He lacked the strength to resist.

Skiing down the mountain is exhilarating.

Reading the instructions carefully is crucial.

To understand the concept, you must study diligently.

She enjoys listening to classical music.

He seemed interested in learning Spanish.

(Infinitives) The teacher wanted the students to listen carefully to her instructions.

Dressed in her best attire, she entered the room with confidence.

The broken window needed immediate repair

The windows were cracked when the rainstorm came through.

She enjoys reading novels in her free time

They do not appreciate my singing.

Playing basketball helps me stay fit.

The place to visit is charlotte

(Infinitives) They decided that they would like to meet.

Baking cookies fills the house with a delightful aroma.

The browning fruit should be put outside for composting.

Brushing your hair prevents it from tangling.

Thomas likes listening to classic guitar.

To run a marathon requires dedication and training.

Jogging every morning keeps him healthy.

He’s interested in learning to play it, but needs a teacher.

(Infinitives) After years of trying, Adele has finally learned to dance.

Dancing gracefully takes practice.

Swimming is my favorite activity.

To succeed in life, one must work hard.

(Infinitives) I want to play computer games with my brother this afternoon.

I need to finish writing this report by tomorrow.

The running water soothed her nerves.

(Infinitives) I take the bus to get to work on time.

He decided to pursue his passion for painting.

(Infinitives) He was the first man to fly over the Atlantic.