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I feel I have to vs I feel that I have to

Both phrases are correct, but the second one is more commonly used in formal writing. The first phrase is more informal and conversational.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 986 views

I feel I have to

This phrase is correct in informal contexts or conversational language.

This phrase is commonly used in informal settings or casual conversations. It is a shortened form of the second phrase.

Examples:

  • I feel I have to tell you the truth.
  • I feel I have to apologize for my mistake.
  • I feel I have to go now.
  • I feel I have to help him.
  • I feel I have to do something about it.
  • Jan 7, 2015 ... As embarrassed as I feel, I have to ask. Am I the only one who's surprised this doesn't have a battery? (self.amazonecho). submitted just now by oxjox · 8 comments; sharecancel. all 8 comments. sorted by: best. best · top · new.
  • She said, "I'm having such a hard time" Then I heard, "I didn't let you go. I just can' t let you go" And then she said, "I think I'm loosing my mind "'Cause I still love you. This I must confess. I guess I still need you. I feel I have to tell you this again
  • These outbursts are almost always involuntary as though I feel I have to say them . When I'm around people and a mistake or embarrassment returns in my mind I will suppress the outburst and it will only come out as a even toned "aaaah" or ...
  • Sep 29, 2014 ... Willian: I feel I have to kill a lion every time I wear a Chelsea shirt to prove myself. Willian has started the last four games for Chelsea in Premier League and Champions League; The midfielder admitted he was under pressure ...

Alternatives:

  • I feel that I have to
  • I believe I have to
  • I think I have to
  • I sense I have to
  • I perceive I have to

I feel that I have to

This phrase is correct and more commonly used in formal writing or when a more structured sentence is required.

This phrase is suitable for formal writing or when a more structured sentence is needed. It provides a clearer connection between the feeling and the action that follows.

Examples:

  • I feel that I have to inform you of the decision.
  • I feel that I have to address this issue.
  • I feel that I have to complete the task.
  • I feel that I have to support her.
  • I feel that I have to take action.
  • Why Do I Feel That I Have to Be Perfect? “Since my father was a teacher, everyone expected me to have straight A's. Sometimes I cried myself to sleep.”— Leah.*. “I'm a perfectionist. I have to be the best at something or do it in a completely ...
  • The way I feel that I have to get real. I still don't know how to act. Don't know what to say. Still wear the scars like it was yesterday. But you're long gone and moved on. But you're long gone. But I still don't know where to start, still finding my way
  • I can never stop working hard. Each day I feel that I have to improve. Hard work… Determination…I gotta keep pushing myself. I know fear is an obstacle for some people, but it is an illusion to me…. Failure always made me try harder next time.
  • Feb 12, 2015 ... With that said, I'm not gonna stop playing or anything drastic like that. Rather I feel that I have to find the joy and passion again and it all comes down to that you have fun with the team while you are playing. I know that even if I ...

Alternatives:

  • I feel I have to
  • I believe I have to
  • I think I have to
  • I sense I have to
  • I perceive I have to

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