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Participle Examples: Worked Samples & Analysis

This is one of the site’s deepest example collections: 300 original examples organized across 6 practical categories. Search, filter, and compare patterns without reading the list in order.

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What to notice in the examples

Accurate participle use depends on knowing whether the form belongs to a verb phrase or modifies a noun, and on placing modifying participles close enough to the intended noun to avoid dangling or comic meanings.

  • Identify the grammatical job participle is doing in the sentence rather than judging it by appearance alone.
  • Check the words immediately around the participle for agreement, punctuation, attachment, or boundary clues that determine whether the construction is correct.
  • Read the complete sentence for clarity and rhythm after editing the participle, because a technically valid form can still be awkward or ambiguous.
Worked format lab

See complete reasoning, not just isolated lines

Use these fuller examples to see what changes between a recognizable pattern and a finished piece of writing. The examples are original or explicitly illustrative, so they demonstrate structure without inventing real-world evidence.

Worked example 1Modifier vs progressive verb

Compare

The glowing screen lit the desk. / The screen was glowing.
Revision

The same participial form can perform different grammatical jobs.

Why it works: “Glowing” modifies “screen” in the first sentence; in the second it combines with “was” to form the progressive verb phrase.

Worked example 2Participle vs gerund

Compare

Reviewing the contract takes an hour. / The analyst reviewing the contract found an error.
Revision

Function distinguishes the gerund phrase from the participial modifier.

Why it works: The first -ing phrase occupies a noun slot; the second modifies “analyst.”

Prompt → finished structure

See the decisions between the assignment and the final form

These transformations make the hidden planning step visible so the template does not become a fill-in-the-blanks substitute for judgment.

Transformation 1Ambiguous form → explicit verb phrase

Starting material: The damaged panel recorded yesterday was replaced.

Decisions
Clarify whether “recorded” describes the panel or an action performed on a record.

Result: The panel that was recorded as damaged yesterday was replaced.

Transformation 2Dangling participle → explicit actor

Starting material: Walking through the archive, the missing folder appeared.

Decisions
Make the understood walker the subject of the main clause.

Result: Walking through the archive, Mina found the missing folder.

Depth by level

Increase the reasoning, not just the word count

LevelWhat changesQuality test
Form recognitionIdentify present and past participle forms, including common irregular past participles.The form is named accurately without assuming -ing always means gerund or progressive.
Modifier vs verb phraseDecide whether the participle modifies a noun or works with an auxiliary inside progressive, perfect, or passive verb structure.The sentence role—not spelling alone—determines the analysis.
Advanced contrastsCompare gerunds, participles, participial phrases, perfect forms, and dangling-modifier risks.The explanation tracks both morphology and syntactic attachment.
Reusable frameworks

Start from the decisions the format requires

Framework 1
Participle map
Form: [present/past/perfect]
Lexical verb: [x]
Auxiliary present?: [x]
Modifier target if adjectival: [x]
Verb-phrase function if auxiliary-led: [x]
Gerund alternative plausible?: [check]
Framework 2
Attachment audit
Participial wording: [x]
Intended noun/pronoun: [x]
Is that target explicit and nearby?: [yes/no]
Could the form instead be part of a verb phrase?: [yes/no]
Dangling/misplaced risk: [x]
Revision: [x]
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1
Editor picks

The glowing screen lit the room. “Glowing” modifies screen.

2
Editor picks

The report was completed yesterday. “Completed” is part of the passive verb phrase.

3
Editor picks

Exhausted by the delay, Priya left early. “Exhausted” modifies Priya.

4
Editor picks

The broken latch needs replacing. “Broken” modifies latch.

5
Editor picks

We are reviewing the contract. “Reviewing” works with are in the progressive verb phrase.

6
Editor picks

The documents stored in the archive are scanned annually. “Stored in the archive” modifies documents.

7
Editor picks

Smiling at the result, the analyst closed the spreadsheet. “Smiling” logically modifies analyst.

8
Editor picks

Having finished the interview, Lena sent a thank-you note. The perfect participial phrase establishes earlier completion.

9
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 1, the glowing screen drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “screen.”

10
Past participles as modifiers

In record 1, the broken latch drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

11
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor is reviewing the final draft during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “reviewing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

12
Irregular & perfect forms

The editor confirmed that the key form has been written correctly in example 1. — Past participle: “written” from “write”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

13
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The editor reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

14
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the glowing tap was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “tap.”

15
Past participles as modifiers

In record 2, the broken notice was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

16
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor was checking the backup unit during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “checking”; the auxiliary carries tense.

17
Irregular & perfect forms

Mina confirmed that the key form had been written correctly in example 2. — Past participle: “written” from “write”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

18
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, Mina reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

19
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the glowing signal changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “signal.”

20
Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the broken route changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

21
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor is measuring the doorway during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “measuring”; the auxiliary carries tense.

22
Irregular & perfect forms

The technician confirmed that the key form may have been written correctly in example 3. — Past participle: “written” from “write”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

23
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, The technician reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

24
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the glowing cart made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “cart.”

25
Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the broken pipe made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

26
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor was recording the second reading during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “recording”; the auxiliary carries tense.

27
Irregular & perfect forms

The students confirmed that the key form could have been written correctly in example 4. — Past participle: “written” from “write”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

28
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, The students reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

29
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the glowing branch became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “branch.”

30
Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the broken label became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

31
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor is comparing the source lists during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “comparing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

32
Irregular & perfect forms

The driver confirmed that the key form should have been written correctly in example 5. — Past participle: “written” from “write”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

33
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 5; meanwhile, The driver reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

34
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the glowing fan was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “fan.”

35
Past participles as modifiers

In record 6, the broken envelope was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

36
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor was waiting near the east entrance during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “waiting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

37
Irregular & perfect forms

The librarian confirmed that the key form appears to have been written correctly in example 6. — Past participle: “written” from “write”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

38
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 6; meanwhile, The librarian reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

39
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 7, the glowing steam drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “steam.”

40
Past participles as modifiers

In record 7, the broken panel drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

41
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor is labeling the sample trays during observation 7. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “labeling”; the auxiliary carries tense.

42
Irregular & perfect forms

Mina confirmed that the key form has been driven correctly in example 2. — Past participle: “driven” from “drive”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

43
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 7; meanwhile, The committee reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

44
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 8, the glowing snow was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “snow.”

45
Past participles as modifiers

In record 8, the broken railing was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

46
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor was updating the route map during observation 8. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “updating”; the auxiliary carries tense.

47
Irregular & perfect forms

The technician confirmed that the key form had been driven correctly in example 3. — Past participle: “driven” from “drive”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

48
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 8; meanwhile, The analyst reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

49
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 9, the glowing paint changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “paint.”

50
Past participles as modifiers

In record 9, the broken key changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

51
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor is testing the warning signal during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “testing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

52
Irregular & perfect forms

The students confirmed that the key form may have been driven correctly in example 4. — Past participle: “driven” from “drive”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

53
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 9; meanwhile, The guide reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

54
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 1, the glowing alarm made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “alarm.”

55
Past participles as modifiers

In record 10, the broken folder made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

56
Participles inside verb phrases

The editor was sorting the returned files during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “sorting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

57
Irregular & perfect forms

The driver confirmed that the key form could have been driven correctly in example 5. — Past participle: “driven” from “drive”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

58
Gerund / participle contrasts

Reviewing the contract takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The manager reviewing the contract noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

59
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the glowing indicator became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “indicator.”

60
Past participles as modifiers

In record 11, the broken bracket became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

61
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina was reviewing the final draft during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “reviewing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

62
Irregular & perfect forms

The librarian confirmed that the key form should have been driven correctly in example 6. — Past participle: “driven” from “drive”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

63
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, The editor painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

64
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the glowing ladder was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “glowing”; it modifies the noun “ladder.”

65
Past participles as modifiers

In record 1, the broken strap was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

66
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina is checking the backup unit during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “checking”; the auxiliary carries tense.

67
Irregular & perfect forms

The committee confirmed that the key form appears to have been driven correctly in example 7. — Past participle: “driven” from “drive”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

68
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, Mina painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

69
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the dripping screen was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “screen.”

70
Past participles as modifiers

In record 2, the broken shelf drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

71
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina was measuring the doorway during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “measuring”; the auxiliary carries tense.

72
Irregular & perfect forms

The technician confirmed that the key form has been spoken correctly in example 3. — Past participle: “spoken” from “speak”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

73
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, The technician painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

74
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the dripping tap changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “tap.”

75
Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the broken invoice was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

76
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina is recording the second reading during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “recording”; the auxiliary carries tense.

77
Irregular & perfect forms

The students confirmed that the key form had been spoken correctly in example 4. — Past participle: “spoken” from “speak”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

78
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 5; meanwhile, The students painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

79
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the dripping signal made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “signal.”

80
Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the broken boundary changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “broken”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

81
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina was comparing the source lists during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “comparing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

82
Irregular & perfect forms

The driver confirmed that the key form may have been spoken correctly in example 5. — Past participle: “spoken” from “speak”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

83
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 6; meanwhile, The driver painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

84
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the dripping cart became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “cart.”

85
Past participles as modifiers

In record 2, the written latch changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

86
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina is waiting near the east entrance during observation 7. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “waiting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

87
Irregular & perfect forms

The librarian confirmed that the key form could have been spoken correctly in example 6. — Past participle: “spoken” from “speak”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

88
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 7; meanwhile, The librarian painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

89
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the dripping branch was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “branch.”

90
Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the written notice made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

91
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina was labeling the sample trays during observation 8. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “labeling”; the auxiliary carries tense.

92
Irregular & perfect forms

The committee confirmed that the key form should have been spoken correctly in example 7. — Past participle: “spoken” from “speak”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

93
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 8; meanwhile, The committee painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

94
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 7, the dripping fan drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “fan.”

95
Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the written route became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

96
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina is updating the route map during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “updating”; the auxiliary carries tense.

97
Irregular & perfect forms

The analyst confirmed that the key form appears to have been spoken correctly in example 8. — Past participle: “spoken” from “speak”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

98
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 9; meanwhile, The analyst painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

99
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 8, the dripping steam was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “steam.”

100
Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the written pipe was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

101
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina was testing the warning signal during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “testing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

102
Irregular & perfect forms

The students confirmed that the key form has been taken correctly in example 4. — Past participle: “taken” from “take”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

103
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The guide painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

104
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 9, the dripping snow changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “snow.”

105
Past participles as modifiers

In record 6, the written label drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

106
Participles inside verb phrases

Mina is sorting the returned files during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “sorting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

107
Irregular & perfect forms

The driver confirmed that the key form had been taken correctly in example 5. — Past participle: “taken” from “take”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

108
Gerund / participle contrasts

Painting the wall takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, The manager painting the wall noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

109
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 1, the dripping paint made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “paint.”

110
Past participles as modifiers

In record 7, the written envelope was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

111
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician is reviewing the final draft during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “reviewing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

112
Irregular & perfect forms

The librarian confirmed that the key form may have been taken correctly in example 6. — Past participle: “taken” from “take”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

113
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, The editor recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

114
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the dripping alarm became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “alarm.”

115
Past participles as modifiers

In record 8, the written panel changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

116
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician was checking the backup unit during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “checking”; the auxiliary carries tense.

117
Irregular & perfect forms

The committee confirmed that the key form could have been taken correctly in example 7. — Past participle: “taken” from “take”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

118
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, Mina recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

119
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the dripping indicator was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “indicator.”

120
Past participles as modifiers

In record 9, the written railing made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

121
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician is measuring the doorway during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “measuring”; the auxiliary carries tense.

122
Irregular & perfect forms

The analyst confirmed that the key form should have been taken correctly in example 8. — Past participle: “taken” from “take”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

123
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 5; meanwhile, The technician recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

124
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the dripping ladder drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “dripping”; it modifies the noun “ladder.”

125
Past participles as modifiers

In record 10, the written key became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

126
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician was recording the second reading during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “recording”; the auxiliary carries tense.

127
Irregular & perfect forms

The guide confirmed that the key form appears to have been taken correctly in example 9. — Past participle: “taken” from “take”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

128
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 6; meanwhile, The students recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

129
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the fading screen changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “screen.”

130
Past participles as modifiers

In record 11, the written folder was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

131
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician is comparing the source lists during observation 7. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “comparing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

132
Irregular & perfect forms

The driver confirmed that the key form has been given correctly in example 5. — Past participle: “given” from “give”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

133
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 7; meanwhile, The driver recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

134
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the fading tap made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “tap.”

135
Past participles as modifiers

In record 1, the written bracket drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

136
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician was waiting near the east entrance during observation 8. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “waiting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

137
Irregular & perfect forms

The librarian confirmed that the key form had been given correctly in example 6. — Past participle: “given” from “give”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

138
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 8; meanwhile, The librarian recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

139
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the fading signal became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “signal.”

140
Past participles as modifiers

In record 2, the written strap was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

141
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician is labeling the sample trays during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “labeling”; the auxiliary carries tense.

142
Irregular & perfect forms

The committee confirmed that the key form may have been given correctly in example 7. — Past participle: “given” from “give”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

143
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 9; meanwhile, The committee recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

144
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the fading cart was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “cart.”

145
Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the written shelf changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

146
Participles inside verb phrases

The technician was updating the route map during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “updating”; the auxiliary carries tense.

147
Irregular & perfect forms

The analyst confirmed that the key form could have been given correctly in example 8. — Past participle: “given” from “give”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

148
Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The analyst recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

149
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 7, the fading branch drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “branch.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the written invoice made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The technician is testing the warning signal during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “testing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The guide confirmed that the key form should have been given correctly in example 9. — Past participle: “given” from “give”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, The guide recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 8, the fading fan was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “fan.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the written boundary became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “written”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The technician was sorting the returned files during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “sorting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The manager confirmed that the key form appears to have been given correctly in example 10. — Past participle: “given” from “give”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Recording the interview takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, The manager recording the interview noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 9, the fading steam changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “steam.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the chosen latch became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students was reviewing the final draft during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “reviewing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The librarian confirmed that the key form has been seen correctly in example 6. — Past participle: “seen” from “see”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, The editor walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 1, the fading snow made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “snow.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the chosen notice was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students is checking the backup unit during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “checking”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The committee confirmed that the key form had been seen correctly in example 7. — Past participle: “seen” from “see”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 5; meanwhile, Mina walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the fading paint became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “paint.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the chosen route drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students was measuring the doorway during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “measuring”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The analyst confirmed that the key form may have been seen correctly in example 8. — Past participle: “seen” from “see”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 6; meanwhile, The technician walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the fading alarm was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “alarm.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 6, the chosen pipe was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students is recording the second reading during observation 7. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “recording”; the auxiliary carries tense.

177
Irregular & perfect forms

The guide confirmed that the key form could have been seen correctly in example 9. — Past participle: “seen” from “see”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 7; meanwhile, The students walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the fading indicator drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “indicator.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 7, the chosen label changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students was comparing the source lists during observation 8. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “comparing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

182
Irregular & perfect forms

The manager confirmed that the key form should have been seen correctly in example 10. — Past participle: “seen” from “see”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 8; meanwhile, The driver walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the fading ladder was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “fading”; it modifies the noun “ladder.”

185
Past participles as modifiers

In record 8, the chosen envelope made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students is waiting near the east entrance during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “waiting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

187
Irregular & perfect forms

The editor confirmed that the key form appears to have been seen correctly in example 1. — Past participle: “seen” from “see”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 9; meanwhile, The librarian walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the rattling screen made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “screen.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 9, the chosen panel became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students was labeling the sample trays during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “labeling”; the auxiliary carries tense.

192
Irregular & perfect forms

The committee confirmed that the key form has been known correctly in example 7. — Past participle: “known” from “know”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The committee walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the rattling tap became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “tap.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 10, the chosen railing was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students is updating the route map during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “updating”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The analyst confirmed that the key form had been known correctly in example 8. — Past participle: “known” from “know”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, The analyst walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the rattling signal was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “signal.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 11, the chosen key drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The students was testing the warning signal during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “testing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

202
Irregular & perfect forms

The guide confirmed that the key form may have been known correctly in example 9. — Past participle: “known” from “know”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, The guide walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 7, the rattling cart drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “cart.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 1, the chosen folder was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

206
Participles inside verb phrases

The students is sorting the returned files during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “sorting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

207
Irregular & perfect forms

The manager confirmed that the key form could have been known correctly in example 10. — Past participle: “known” from “know”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Walking the route takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, The manager walking the route noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 8, the rattling branch was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “branch.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 2, the chosen bracket changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

211
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver is reviewing the final draft during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “reviewing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

212
Irregular & perfect forms

The editor confirmed that the key form should have been known correctly in example 1. — Past participle: “known” from “know”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 5; meanwhile, The editor testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 9, the rattling fan changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “fan.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the chosen strap made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

216
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver was checking the backup unit during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “checking”; the auxiliary carries tense.

217
Irregular & perfect forms

Mina confirmed that the key form appears to have been known correctly in example 2. — Past participle: “known” from “know”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 6; meanwhile, Mina testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 1, the rattling steam made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “steam.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the chosen shelf became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The driver is measuring the doorway during observation 7. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “measuring”; the auxiliary carries tense.

222
Irregular & perfect forms

The analyst confirmed that the key form has been grown correctly in example 8. — Past participle: “grown” from “grow”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 7; meanwhile, The technician testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the rattling snow became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “snow.”

225
Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the chosen invoice was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

226
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver was recording the second reading during observation 8. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “recording”; the auxiliary carries tense.

227
Irregular & perfect forms

The guide confirmed that the key form had been grown correctly in example 9. — Past participle: “grown” from “grow”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 8; meanwhile, The students testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the rattling paint was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “paint.”

230
Past participles as modifiers

In record 6, the chosen boundary drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “chosen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

231
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver is comparing the source lists during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “comparing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

232
Irregular & perfect forms

The manager confirmed that the key form may have been grown correctly in example 10. — Past participle: “grown” from “grow”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 9; meanwhile, The driver testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the rattling alarm drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “alarm.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the frozen latch drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The driver was waiting near the east entrance during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “waiting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

237
Irregular & perfect forms

The editor confirmed that the key form could have been grown correctly in example 1. — Past participle: “grown” from “grow”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The librarian testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the rattling indicator was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “indicator.”

240
Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the frozen notice was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

241
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver is labeling the sample trays during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “labeling”; the auxiliary carries tense.

242
Irregular & perfect forms

Mina confirmed that the key form should have been grown correctly in example 2. — Past participle: “grown” from “grow”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, The committee testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the rattling ladder changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “rattling”; it modifies the noun “ladder.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 6, the frozen route changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

246
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver was updating the route map during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “updating”; the auxiliary carries tense.

247
Irregular & perfect forms

The technician confirmed that the key form appears to have been grown correctly in example 3. — Past participle: “grown” from “grow”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, The analyst testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the shaking screen became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “screen.”

250
Past participles as modifiers

In record 7, the frozen pipe made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The driver is testing the warning signal during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “testing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

252
Irregular & perfect forms

The guide confirmed that the key form has been thrown correctly in example 9. — Past participle: “thrown” from “throw”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, The guide testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the shaking tap was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “tap.”

255
Past participles as modifiers

In record 8, the frozen label became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

256
Participles inside verb phrases

The driver was sorting the returned files during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “sorting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

257
Irregular & perfect forms

The manager confirmed that the key form had been thrown correctly in example 10. — Past participle: “thrown” from “throw”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

258
Gerund / participle contrasts

Testing the alarm takes focused attention in lesson 5; meanwhile, The manager testing the alarm noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 7, the shaking signal drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “signal.”

260
Past participles as modifiers

In record 9, the frozen envelope was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian was reviewing the final draft during observation 6. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “reviewing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

262
Irregular & perfect forms

The editor confirmed that the key form may have been thrown correctly in example 1. — Past participle: “thrown” from “throw”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 6; meanwhile, The editor editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 8, the shaking cart was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “cart.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 10, the frozen panel drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian is checking the backup unit during observation 7. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “checking”; the auxiliary carries tense.

267
Irregular & perfect forms

Mina confirmed that the key form could have been thrown correctly in example 2. — Past participle: “thrown” from “throw”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 7; meanwhile, Mina editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 9, the shaking branch changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “branch.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 11, the frozen railing was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian was measuring the doorway during observation 8. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “measuring”; the auxiliary carries tense.

272
Irregular & perfect forms

The technician confirmed that the key form should have been thrown correctly in example 3. — Past participle: “thrown” from “throw”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 8; meanwhile, The technician editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 1, the shaking fan made the condition visible without inference. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “fan.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 1, the frozen key changed the sound of the room. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian is recording the second reading during observation 1. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “recording”; the auxiliary carries tense.

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Irregular & perfect forms

The students confirmed that the key form appears to have been thrown correctly in example 4. — Past participle: “thrown” from “throw”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 9; meanwhile, The students editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 2, the shaking steam became the clearest detail in the scene. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “steam.”

280
Past participles as modifiers

In record 2, the frozen folder made the condition visible without inference. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

281
Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian was comparing the source lists during observation 2. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “comparing”; the auxiliary carries tense.

282
Irregular & perfect forms

The manager confirmed that the key form has been chosen correctly in example 10. — Past participle: “chosen” from “choose”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 1; meanwhile, The driver editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 3, the shaking snow was photographed for the maintenance note. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “snow.”

285
Past participles as modifiers

In record 3, the frozen bracket became the clearest detail in the scene. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

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Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian is waiting near the east entrance during observation 3. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “waiting”; the auxiliary carries tense.

287
Irregular & perfect forms

The editor confirmed that the key form had been chosen correctly in example 1. — Past participle: “chosen” from “choose”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

288
Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 2; meanwhile, The librarian editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

289
Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 4, the shaking paint drew attention during the inspection. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “paint.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 4, the frozen strap was photographed for the maintenance note. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

291
Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian was labeling the sample trays during observation 4. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “labeling”; the auxiliary carries tense.

292
Irregular & perfect forms

Mina confirmed that the key form may have been chosen correctly in example 2. — Past participle: “chosen” from “choose”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 3; meanwhile, The committee editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 5, the shaking alarm was easy to notice from the doorway. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “alarm.”

295
Past participles as modifiers

In record 5, the frozen shelf drew attention during the inspection. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

296
Participles inside verb phrases

The librarian is updating the route map during observation 5. — Present participle inside a progressive verb phrase: “updating”; the auxiliary carries tense.

297
Irregular & perfect forms

The technician confirmed that the key form could have been chosen correctly in example 3. — Past participle: “chosen” from “choose”; irregular form must be learned rather than created with -ed.

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Gerund / participle contrasts

Editing the introduction takes focused attention in lesson 4; meanwhile, The analyst editing the introduction noticed a separate detail. — First use: gerund phrase functioning as a noun; second use: participial modifier attached to the person.

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Present participles as modifiers

Near checkpoint 6, the shaking indicator changed the sound of the room. — Present participle: “shaking”; it modifies the noun “indicator.”

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Past participles as modifiers

In record 6, the frozen invoice was easy to notice from the doorway. — Past participle: “frozen”; here it works adjectivally rather than as the complete finite verb.

Turn an example into your own writing

Keep the underlying decision or pattern, then replace the subject, evidence, relationship, constraints, and tone with details that belong to your situation. If your final line still works after swapping only one noun, it may be too close to the example.