Sentences with gerunds and infinitives

Verbs + -ing form

1. He can't help eating chocolate.
2. I will postpone having an appointment with the doctor.
3. They keep on learning about Greek history.
4. I adore studying English.
5. She suggests planning a trip to London.

Verbs + full infinitive

1. John yearns to eat ice cream.
2. She vowed to keep the secret.
3. We opted to take this way.
4. I hope to find the money you need,
5. This person deserves to win an award.

Verb + object + full infinitive

1. I begged him not to reveal the secret.
2. The story inspired the poet to write a poem.
3. She permitted you to go out.
4. They motivate us to do our best.
5. Mary urged them to go for a walk.

Verb + object + -ing form

1. I caught him reading my messages.
2. He found her hiding behind a tree.

Verb + object + -ing or bare infinitive

1. We overheard them talking about a treasure.
2. I saw him eat all the cake.
3. I heard him command them to go to their offices.