Gerund in sentences.

Gerunds as subject in a sentence

When a gerund is used as the subject of a sentence, it refers to an action or process. It takes the
place of a noun in the subject position and is followed by a verb.

Examples: Subject + V + C
Jogging is good for your health.

Reading helps to improve vocabulary.

Cooking can be a creative outlet.

In these examples, "jogging“, "reading" and "cooking" are gerunds that act as subjects. They represent
actions that are the focus of the sentences.
Gerunds as object in a sentence
A gerund can also function as an object in a sentence. In this case, it follows a verb or a
preposition and represents the action receiving the effect of the verb or the object of the
preposition.

Examples: S+V+O

I enjoy swimming in the ocean.

She loved learning French.

They talked about traveling to Europe next year.

In these examples, "swimming”, "learning”, and "traveling" are gerunds that function as objects.
They follow verbs or prepositions (to, about, with, for, Etc.)
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1. Dancing gracefully on stage requires years of practice and dedication.

2. We spent the whole afternoon discussing the new project proposal.

3. She loves listening to classical music.

4. Writing daily in a journal can help improve your mental health.

5. They mentioned visiting the art exhibition during their lunch break.
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6. Snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters was an unforgettable experience.

7. He has a passion for playing the guitar and performing live.

8. Watching the sunset over the horizon is a good activity.

9. I always appreciate receiving honest feedback on my work.

10. Baking delicious cakes and pastries is her favorite pastime.

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11. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day is essential for your body.

12. She suggested trying a new restaurant for our team dinner.

13. Practicing yoga regularly can help increase flexibility and reduce stress.

14.He enjoys hiking in the mountains during his free time.

15. Learning to play a musical instrument can be both fun and challenging.
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16. She caught her neighbor jumping over the fence into her yard.

17. Laughing always reduces stress.

18. Building a strong team requires patience and good communication skills.

19. He considers traveling to be the best form of education.

20. The kitten can't resist climbing the curtains.

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