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Gerunds

December 13, 2011
By Chris Hurt BRONZE, Boise, Idaho
Chris Hurt BRONZE, Boise, Idaho
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I’ve been told to use more gerunds.
Verbals ending in “-ing”.
Used as subjects, predicate nouns,
Direct objects, and objects of prepositions.
Improving writing with every use.

I’ve been told to use more gerunds.
Adding flavor to boring papers.
For an interesting piece of work, avoid overlooking gerunds.
Words ending in “-ing” give your writing a zing.
Improving writing with every use.

I’ve been told to use more gerunds.
Perfecting my writing toolbox.
An essay without gerunds is like a pond with out herons.
Before writing, consider using gerunds.
Improving writing with every use.


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on Dec. 18 2011 at 11:48 am
wenesday1234 BRONZE, Boise, Idaho
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Favorite Quote:
best freinds: you cry i cry you laugh i laugh you fight i fight you hurt i hurt you jump off a brige i get in a paddle boat an dsave you

good one...lol!!