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Vsuresh Posted 12 years ago
Grammar

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Hi
Please tell me if this is OK.
Context: Function of human lungs

When we breathe out, we feel our chest returning to its regular size.

Can we use 'return' in place of 'returning'?
  

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It's correct. Return is fine after a verb of perception (feel) in the active voice. Another similar example: I heard him sing(ing).

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  • It's correct.
  • Return is fine after a verb of perception (feel) in the active voice.
  • Another similar example: I heard him sing(ing).
  • CB
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It's correct. Return is fine after a verb of perception (feel) in the active voice. Another similar example: I heard him sing(ing).

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