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2. I recommend you buying this shirt.
Are these both correct?
fold scarf 101 Are these both correct? Neither one is. You need the subjunctive mood.
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fold scarf 101Are these both correct?
Neither one is. You need the subjunctive mood. I recommend (that) you buy this shirt. I recommend (that) you try the steak (but with food you normally simply say "I recommend the steak." or "Try the steak.").
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With a subject:
I [recommend / suggest] (that) SUBJ VERB (no -ing) ...
He recommends that you try the steak.
She suggests that you wear the brown coat.