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suggest to do vs suggest doing

Both 'suggest to do' and 'suggest doing' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Suggest to do' is used when the verb following 'to' is an infinitive, while 'suggest doing' is used when the verb following 'doing' is a gerund. The choice between the two depends on the verb that follows 'suggest'.

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This phrase is correct when the verb following 'to' is an infinitive.

"suggest to do"

Use 'suggest to do' when the verb that follows 'to' is an infinitive. This structure is commonly used in English.

Examples:

  • I suggest to do my homework before going out.
  • She suggested to visit the museum on Saturday.
  • He suggested to take a break before continuing the work.
  • The teacher suggested to read the book for the assignment.
  • They suggested to have a meeting to discuss the project.
  • Jul 3, 2018 ... Why "suggest doing", not "suggest to do"? In general, when to infinitive is used as an Object, to infinitive means "doing something in the ...
  • Sep 2, 2013 ... The English constructiom is to suggest doing sth, not to suggest to do sth. But that is mere convention. Actually there is no rationale why ...
  • Sep 7, 2009 ... She suggested a walk before dinner. I don't understand why it is ungrammatical to say "suggest to do something". I would regard the infinitive " ...
  • Feb 2, 2023 ... What do you suggest to do with leftover boxes? Should I collect them or should I just throw them away? I'd like to potentially have it on a shelf with the ...
  • 2 days ago ... What would you suggest to do if you have Christmas minis scheduled and one was a no show no call but already paid for the shoot?
  • Oct 26, 2024 ... Finally got rid of cox, I'd highly suggest to do the same! Rant. My old house I could get AT&T fiber which was cheap and amazing no issues ...
  • What do you suggest to do next? Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by OCTAVIO CORTES, Aug 24, 2020. Tags: u0129 p3108 u0146 ...
  • Mar 2, 2023 ... What job would you guys suggest to do while in school? Career Advice. To be specific, I don't mean an engineering internship, I mean a ...
  • Jul 29, 2020 ... Why do all parents suggest to do a job? All related (34).
  • Mar 29, 2023 ... evil (a package to emulate vim in emacs) didn't work for me it felt like cheating. If you want to learn Emacs I suggest to do it in a "pure" way ...

Alternatives:

  • recommend doing
  • propose to do
  • advise doing
  • urge to do
  • encourage doing

This phrase is correct when the verb following 'doing' is a gerund.

"suggest doing"

Use 'suggest doing' when the verb that follows 'doing' is a gerund. This structure is commonly used in English.

Examples:

  • She suggested doing the dishes before leaving.
  • He suggested doing some research before making a decision.
  • The doctor suggested doing more exercise to improve health.
  • They suggested doing a trial run before the actual event.
  • The manager suggested doing a team-building activity.
  • Jul 3, 2018 ... Why "suggest doing", not "suggest to do"? In general, when to infinitive is used as an Object, to infinitive means "doing something in the ...
  • Aug 28, 2024 ... What do you suggest doing after first playthrough? Start a new run or is there anything else to do in the story? · Comments Section · Community ...
  • Jan 22, 2021 ... suggest to do/suggest doing. Thread starter Biggi; Start date Jan 22, 2021 · Biggi. Senior Member. German - Austria. Jan 22, 2021 · # ...
  • Aug 15, 2017 ... Usually, it's suggest doing something, or suggest that someone do/does something, or should do something.
  • Sep 13, 2018 ... What do you guys suggest doing next? · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
  • Sep 2, 2013 ... The English constructiom is to suggest doing sth, not to suggest to do sth. But that is mere convention. Actually there is no rationale why ...
  • Nov 13, 2023 ... Ornaments- Would you suggest doing Stroke & Coat then just bisque fire? Help not take up as much time? I have a large class interested and I ...
  • Nov 21, 2014 ... What would you suggest doing in college to be able to get a job immediately out of it? I want to make the most of my college experience, but ...
  • Nov 21, 2024 ... What do you guys suggest doing for a Turkey that is aggressive? He has something against my 2 year old and has attacked him before.
  • Aug 27, 2017 ... It would depend on the context. To me. I suggest doing your homework. Has more immediacy, as in. I suggest doing your homework, now!

Alternatives:

  • recommend doing
  • propose doing
  • advise doing
  • urge doing
  • encourage doing

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