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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.

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