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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Mislead or misled

I hope you will not be misleading it.

I hope you will not be misled it.

I hope I don't mislead you.

Which one is correct? Thanks a lot.
  

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These are correct: I hope you will not be misled by it. I hope I don't mislead you.

— Mister Micawber

  • These are correct: I hope you will not be misled by it.
  • I hope I don't mislead you.
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These are correct:

I hope you will not be misled by it.
I hope I don't mislead you.
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Ususally the verb 'mislead' is used when talking about leading somebody in the wrong direction or giving someone false information. Hence, the usage of 'it' in the first sentence needs a convincing context, whereas the structure of the sentence is totally correct. As for the second sentence, it is formed by using the passive voice, consequently the usage of 'by' is required thus: I hope you will
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