Using auxiliaries to avoid repetition

Using auxiliaries to avoid repetition

grammar in context

We often replace verbs and verb phrases with an auxiliary verb to avoid repeating a verb or verb phrase that has already been used.

For example

• Not many people in my program of study have also worked in nonprofits, but I have.

We can also use a form of have or do + so.

This is usually in more formal contexts and only when referring to a topic that was PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED.

Example:

I'm eager to apply these skills in arts education and very much look forwards to doing so.

Now time for questions!

Yay!

combine each pair of sentences. Use auxiliary pairs to avoid repetition.

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The company didn't want to take chances. I wanted to take chances. (but)

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The office relocated to another state. I couldn't relocate to another state. (but)

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I've always wanted to work for a publishing company. I look forward to working for a publishing company. (and)

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Not many people have experience working in both education and business. I have experience working in both. (although)