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Why it is used 'do' in positive sentences and a main verb after it?



 
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Why it is used 'do' in positive sentences and a main verb after it? #1 (permalink) Thu Jul 23, 2009 9:30 am   Why it is used 'do' in positive sentences and a main verb after it?
 

I am asking that question because in grammar there isn't such thing. For more clear I'll give an example: "I do study this lesson." In films it is also used the same.
I'll be very glad to know the answer!

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Why it is used 'do' in positive sentences and a main verb after it? #2 (permalink) Thu Jul 23, 2009 12:43 pm   Why it is used 'do' in positive sentences and a main verb after it?
 

By saying that, the person is stressing/highlighting that he/she is studying.

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