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Anonymous Posted 17 years ago
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Need

Good evening, everyone!

What is the different between need to do and need doing?

I've heard people saying: "Mystery needs solving". Can i say "Mystery needs to be solved" ?

Thanks and happy First Moon Night!

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Yes, you can. I don't see any significant difference in meaning, at least here. I have a feeling that BrE uses the participle more, while AmE leans toward the infinitive.

— Mister Micawber

  • Yes, you can.
  • I don't see any significant difference in meaning, at least here.
  • I have a feeling that BrE uses the participle more, while AmE leans toward the infinitive.
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Yes, you can. I don't see any significant difference in meaning, at least here. I have a feeling that BrE uses the participle more, while AmE leans toward the infinitive.
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