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I want to pineapples vs I want to apples

Both phrases are incorrect. The correct form should be 'I want pineapples' or 'I want apples.' The use of 'to' before the fruit names is unnecessary and grammatically incorrect.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 859 views

I want to pineapples

This phrase is incorrect. The preposition 'to' should not be used before the fruit name 'pineapples.'

The correct form is 'I want pineapples.' The verb 'want' does not require the preposition 'to' before the object 'pineapples.'

Alternatives:

  • I want pineapples

I want to apples

This phrase is incorrect. The preposition 'to' should not be used before the fruit name 'apples.'

The correct form is 'I want apples.' The verb 'want' does not require the preposition 'to' before the object 'apples.'
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