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Peaceblinkfriend Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

"If one looks at..." or "If one look at..."

Should we say "If one looks at..." or "If one look at..." ? 

I think "one" should be followed by "looks" but then Google search results sugguest that many say "if one look at".

Thanks

PBF
  

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You're correct. " The thing is that "if" clauses can take the subjunctive. You'll also sometimes find the infinitive with it: If one were to look at the evidence, it would become apparent.

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  • You'll also sometimes find the infinitive with it: If one were to look at the evidence, it would become apparent.
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You're correct. "One" is singular and takes the verb "looks."

The thing is that "if" clauses can take the subjunctive.

You'll also sometimes find the infinitive with it: If one were to look at the evidence, it would become apparent.

Best wishes, - A.
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