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When verbs are in continuous tenses, use

infinitives not gerunds

We have been trying to convince her for some

time. (Correct)

We have been trying convincing her for some

time. (Incorrect)

We were just trying to help her. (Correct)

We were just trying helping her. (Incorrect)

I am learning to swim. (Correct)

I am learning swimming. (Incorrect)

I have been meaning to talk to you lately.

(Correct)

I have been meaning talking to you. (Incorrect)

We are planning to open a new shop. (Correct)

We are planning opening a new shop. (Incorrect)

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