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Rule "Use 'to' before the base form of a verb"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: Use 'to' before the base form of a verb
Message: The verb "\2" needs to be in the to-infinitive form.
Category: Grammar (ID: GRAMMAR)
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • I would like test all features first.
    Correction suggestion: like to test
  • I actually represent my employer which would like produce LED light drivers.
    Correction suggestion: like to produce
  • I would like involve more people with vision, means and desire to help make this a reality.
    Correction suggestion: like to involve
  • I’ll try document my efforts and contribute something back myself.
    Correction suggestion: try to document
  • So I do want thank the guys for all the help offered.
    Correction suggestion: want to thank
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • You don't like love stories.
  • How much did Hope pay in total?
ID: MISSING_TO_BEFORE_A_VERB [8]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-11-25 22:33:08 +0100)