Which is correct:
"I will be responsible and bearing" or "I will be responsible and bear "?

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I will be responsible and bearing

This phrase is correct when 'bearing' is used as a gerund, indicating the act of carrying or supporting something.

This phrase is used when you want to express that you will be responsible for something and also actively carrying or supporting it.

I will be responsible and bear

This phrase is correct when 'bear' is used as a verb, indicating the action of carrying or supporting something.

This phrase is used when you want to express that you will be responsible for something and also actively carrying or supporting it.
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I will be responsible and bearing' is correct when 'bearing' is used as a gerund, while 'I will be responsible and bear' is correct when 'bear' is used as a verb. The choice between 'bearing' and 'bear' depends on the intended meaning of the sentence.

Last updated: March 24, 2024

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