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without the confidence to associate vs without the confidence to associating

The correct phrase is "without the confidence to associate." The use of the verb "associate" in the infinitive form is appropriate in this context. The phrase conveys the idea that someone lacks the confidence to form connections or relationships.

Last updated: March 26, 2024

without the confidence to associate

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express the lack of confidence to form connections or relationships with others.

without the confidence to associating

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "associating" should be in the infinitive form, which is "to associate."

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