dare + verb vs. dare to + verb

[Torsten]

Hi,

I learned that dare is followed by an infinitive but recently I've seen sentences where with a "dare to" construction.

How do you use the verb 'dare'? Do you say I dare use this verb or I dare to use this verb?

Thanks,
Torsten
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[Mister Micawber]

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Both are in common use, I think, Torsten-- I at least use it both ways...I think. Swan says that 'dare to' is the commoner, and that 'dare' occurs more often in some set situations (like 'I daresay').
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