Reviewing the Difference Between Action and Linking Verbs

Front

The room SMELLED smoky.

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linking verb

Front

SMELLED smoke in the room.

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action verb

Front

SMELL the freshly cut flowers.

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action verb

Front

The cut flowers in the vase SMELL fresh.

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linking verb

Front

The pilot REMAINED calm.

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linking verb

Front

His meditation technique REMAINS a mystery.

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linking verb

Front

The pilot REMAINED in his seat until after landing.

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action verb

Front

REMAIN in your seat until the bell rings.

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action verb

Front

The song "Eye of the Tiger" REMAINS popular today.

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linking verb

Front

She SHOULD HAVE BEEN REMAINING calm during the fire drill.

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linking verb