The subjunctive
The subjunctive
I suggest that he go. It is vital that she be informed. We demand that he resign. The formal subjunctive — base verb form.
suggest / recommend / demand / insist + that + base form
👉 The verb stays in the base form — no -s, no past tense:
I suggest that he go. (not goes)
We demand that she resign.
He insists that they be present.
She recommended that I see a doctor.
👉 Verbs: suggest, recommend, demand, insist, propose, request, require, ask.
it is vital/important/necessary + that + base form
It is vital that he be informed.
It is important that she arrive on time.
It is essential that they not be disturbed.
👉 Negation: not + base form: that he not go, that she not be disturbed.
👉 Adjectives: vital, essential, important, necessary, imperative, crucial.
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