5. Advanced • Level 3
58. Subjunctive Mood
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1Definition
Used after verbs of suggestion, demand, or importance (Suggest, Insist, Essential).
2The Rule
Use the
3BASE FORM
of the verb (Infinitive without 'to'). Even for He/She/It.
- No 's'. No 'ed'. No 'ing'.
4Examples
- "I suggest that he
5go
." (Not 'goes').
- "It is essential that she
6be
here." (Not 'is').
- "The boss demands that we
7be
on time."
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