She Helped Me Get It
Verb Combinations
Verbs + (Pro)noun + Infinitive
Some verbs can also take a (pro)noun followed by an infinitive. This verb pattern is used when another person is involved. Here is a list of some of the most common:
advise
allow
ask
cause
command
encourage
expect
forbid
force
get
hate
instruct
intend
invite
leave
like
mean
need
oblige
order
permit
persuade
prefer
press
recommend
request
remind
teach
tell
tempt
trouble
want
warn
wish
Example:
I invited the branch manager to attend the decision tree seminar next month.
I draw your attention to study the stock carefully.
I don't force anyone to buy stock.
Verbs + (Pro)noun + Base Form of the Verb
There are a few verbs which also take a (pro)noun followed by an infinitive, but drop the 'to' of the infinitive. These are the most important:
help
let
make
Example:
The positive bank balance let the branch manager take the risk to approve new loans.
The manager made the employees work overtime to improve on the net yield of the day