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Level 11 = Gerunds and Infinitives _ Phrase: Nouns followed by infinitives

 

Phrase: Nouns followed by infinitives

Nouns Followed by Infinitives

Nouns

Infinitives

Attempt

To hide

Chance

To improve

Decision

To go

Desire

To control

Dream

To start

Opportunity

To live

Permission

To enter

Plan

To graduate

Reminder

To lock

Wish

To have

Way

To control

 

Examples:

·   His attempt to hide the evidence failed.

·   This is your last chance to improve your grades.

·   It was her decision to go to the party.

·   His desire to control everything is scary.

·   It is his dream to start a business.

·   The opportunity to live overseas is exciting.

·   You need permission to enter this area.

·   His plan to graduate in three years is impressive.

·   She needs a reminder to lock the door.

·   There is no reason to be late.

 

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