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Smoking cause cancer. vs Smoking causes cancer.

The correct phrase is "smoking causes cancer." The verb "cause" should agree with the subject "smoking," which is singular. Therefore, the correct form is the third person singular "causes."

Last updated: March 08, 2024

Smoking cause cancer.

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "cause" does not agree with the singular subject "smoking."

Incorrect subject-verb agreement. Use the correct form of the verb to match the singular subject.

Smoking causes cancer.

This phrase is correct. The verb "causes" agrees with the singular subject "smoking."

Use this phrase when stating the harmful effects of smoking on health.

Examples:

  • Smoking causes cancer and other serious health problems.
  • Research has shown that smoking causes cancer.
  • It is widely known that smoking causes cancer.
  • The warning label on cigarette packs states that smoking causes cancer.
  • Doctors often warn about the dangers of smoking because it causes cancer.

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