CalifJimanonymousYes, I agree that it can occur only with the normal word order, which is what I thought at least. But is it optional in this case?Yes. That's what the parentheses mean.
anonymousI don't need to include the word 'drinking' before 'a cup of coffee'Correct.
CJ
Great. Thanks for all of your help and time, CJ! See you later.
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