Only have or have only

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Hi,

I have difficulty in word order for paragrapgh writing.

For example:

1) A sudden change in climate might pose problems for those who are used to live in countries that have only one season.

or shld it be like this:

2) A sudden change in climate might pose problems for those who are used to live in countries that only have one season.

Also, when to use 'ing' for a verb.

For example: to live/to living

Thanks!

Cheers,

Jennifer Unagi

Cool Breeze · Accepted Answer

The position of only is correct in both your sentences. Only modifies one season, and can be placed before the word it modifies. However, it is often placed in the same position as the frequency adverbs (often, usually, seldom, always, never etc.). Since have is the only verb and not a perfect auxiliary, only can precede it, too.

I only have a few friends. / I have only a few friends.

But: I have only seen it twice.

When to is a preposition, the gerund follows it:

I am used/accustomed to it. (To) is a preposition, not an infinitive marker. There is no such verb as "to it".

Consequently: I am used/accustomed to getting up early.

CB

Jenniferunagi · Answer

Hi,

I am still confused over the 'ing' part. Am I supposed to change my sentence into like this:

A sudden change in climate might pose problems for those who are used to living in countries that have only one season.

Thanks!

Cheers,

Jennifer Unagi:D

Cool Breeze · Answer

jenniferunagiA sudden change in climate might pose problems for those who are used to living in countries that have only one season.

Correct! Congratulations.[Y] You aren't confused at all. You can read more about the position of only

CB

Jenniferunagi · Answer

Hey CB,

Thanks for the help. I appreciated it:)

Cheers,

Jennifer Unagi:D

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