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Verb
Types of Verbs
A verb is a word that shows action or existence (state of being).
Tornadoes cause tremendous damage. (action)
The weather is often calm before a storm. (existence)
538.1 Action Verb
An action verb tells what the subject is doing.
Natural disasters batter the globe nearly every day.
538.2 Linking Verb
A linking verb connects or links a subject to a noun or an adjective in the predicate.