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Usage of Present Simple with Stative Verbs
In the present simple, the stative verbs are used to:

Usage Example
a. Express thoughts and • I often dream of my pet dog that died.
opinions: believe, doubt, • We agree with you on this matter.
agree, imagine, recognise, • We always remember your parents.
remember, etc.
• Sam doesn’t always believe in us.
• He doubts if he can do it.

b. Express feelings and • We love to visit the park often.
emotions: be, have, like, • The foreigners dislike durians.
dislike, hate, like, love, • Dad prefers to eat at home.
prefer, wish, etc.

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