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Rule "the + verb"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: the + verb
Message: Did you mean <suggestion>\3</suggestion> (= noun)?
Category: Grammar (ID: GRAMMAR)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/verbs-as-nouns/
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • He tried a doubleclick to open the folder.
    Correction suggestion: double click
  • He tried a double-click to open the folder.
    Correction suggestion: double click
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • He uses the DoubleClick advertising platform.
  • Did the other respond?
  • Will the other respond?
ID: PREPOSITION_VERB [30]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-12-11 22:33:08 +0100)