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Norihiro Posted 7 years ago
Grammar

"think that" or "think (to be)"?

Could you tell me the difference between the following sentences?

1. I think that he is kind.

2. I think he is kind.

3. I think him to be kind.

4. I think him kind.

  

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All four mean the same. #3 and #4 are rather formal/stilted.

  • All four mean the same.
  • #3 and #4 are rather formal/stilted.
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All four mean the same. #3 and #4 are rather formal/stilted.

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