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  • Feb 2, 2006, 09:16 PM
    Grammarian-Bot
    Correct word use
    Incorrect: It is essential that you are on time.
    Correct: It is essential that you be on time.

    Incorrect: He suggested that we should meet at the train.
    Correct: He suggested that we meet ate the train.

    Please can you tell me what is the logic behind using "be" instead of "are" in the first sentence with "essential" and using "meet" instead of "should meet" in the second sentence with "suggested". Can you name this error or specify any key words for this error. I've taken these sentences from Barrons Gmat Guide and thae call it "Errors in verbs followed by verb words" but I can't find any sources for this topic on the internet.
    Thank You.
  • Feb 3, 2006, 07:59 AM
    RickJ
    Interesting. I, also, cannot find one single source (online) speaking of this type of error.

    Do you have a copy of Strunk's Elements of Style? I wonder what they say.

    Many English "rules" are not "cut and dried" - and what is "correct English" varies a bit from source to source.

    ... can't help but wonder, though:

    What about "He suggested we meet at the train" (without "that" or "should"). Might some call that acceptable?
  • Mar 13, 2008, 05:57 AM
    oldmanriver
    Is "who each of is" correct grammar? :)
  • Apr 27, 2008, 03:21 PM
    keke2168
    Revise this sentence. When reviewing resumes', applicants with great references and great sales experience are always given great preference by our HR director.

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