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THE PROGRESSIVE TENSES AND THE SO-CALLED "NON-CONCLUSIVE" VERBS.

Authors :
Jørgensen, Erik
Source :
English Studies. Apr91, Vol. 72 Issue 2, p173-182. 10p.
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

Examines a number of "non-conclusive" verbs which will be subjected to a fairly close scrutiny with regard to their possible use in the progressive, and with regard to a possible "change of meaning" in this connection. Love's usage is predominantly women's language; Remember, like, understand, misunderstand; More.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0013838X
Volume :
72
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
English Studies
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9204062662