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try +-ing / try+infinitive
try +-ing / try+infinitive
Examples:
-It was too hot in the room, so I tried (open) the window hoping that cooler air from outside could make things better.
-The old window was stuck and it wouldn't move no matter how hard I tried (open) it.
-They're trying (get) a loan from the bank, but their bad credit doesn't leave them much hope.
-If you want your girlfriend to come back, try (invite) her to dinner at a nice restaurant?
I tried to lift the box but I couldn't because it was too heavy
Now, here's a little test. Why don't you try doing it and see if you get your answers right? All you have to do is try to find the correct form (-ing or infinitive) to use:
The prisoner tried to escape by filing the window bars
Examples
She didn't want to work for me any more, so I tried giving her more money
If the baby doesn't like his cream, try putting some sugar in it
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androideandres@gma
Try + infinitive:
When to use one or the other?
To make an effort in order to get what you want
Detail 3
Try+ing: to do something in order to see what happens, to see if it can help you to succeed in doing something