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Dare Knocking Shouted Front Subject Infinitive Thing I

Idx 0785
Keyword dare
Sub Entry Number 2
Type of Sentence
Error Sentence 'How dare you to come in without knocking!' he shouted.
Correct Sentence 'How dare you come in without knocking!' he shouted.
Cloze Error Sentence 'How dare you [[to]] come in without knocking!' he shouted.
Cloze Sentence 'How dare you [[ ]] come in without knocking!' he shouted.
Cloze Answer _
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Explanation

When dare comes in front of the subject, use an infinitive WITHOUT to: 'How dare you say such a thing!' 'Dare I mention it to her? She'll be furious.'

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