PROBLEM 2: Verbs that require an infinitive inthe complement
Remember that the following verbs require an infinitive in the complement
agree learn
appear manage
arrange mean
ask meed
claim offer
consent plan
decide pretend
demand promise
deserve refuse
expect seem
fail tend
forget threaten
hope wait
intend want
S V C M
We had planned to leave day before yesterday
avoid using an -ing form after the verbs listed. Avoid using a verb word after want
EXAMPLES:
Incorrect: He wanted speak with Mr. Brown.
Correct: He wanted to speak with Mr.Brown.
Incorrect:We demand knowing our status.
Correct:We demand to know our status.
Incorrect: I regret the inform you that we cannot approve your application.
Correct: I regret to inform you that we cannot approve your application.
Incorrect: They didn't intend buying a car.
Correct: They didn't intend to buy a car.
Incorrect: The weather tends improving in May.
correct: The weather tends to improve in May.
