Look at the grammar patterns which the Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary gives
for these words and then correct the sentences that follow.
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supply /səˈplaɪ/ ▸ verb [T] to provide something that is wanted or needed, often in large
quantities and over a long period of time: Electrical power is supplied by underground cables. Ο
Three people have been arrested for supplying arms to the terrorists. Ο The company has supplied
the royal family (= provided them with something they need) for years. Ο At the beginning of term,
students are supplied with a list of books that they are expected to read.
Brazil supplies coffee at many countries.Brazil supplies coffee to many countries.
The officer supplied each soldier a map.
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deny /dɪˈnaɪ/ verb [T] NOT TRUE 1 to say that something is not true: He will not confirm or deny
the allegations. Ο [+ that] Neil denies that he broke the window, but I’m sure he did. Ο [+ -ing verb]
Neil denies breaking the window.
The Minister denied to have received any money from the oil company. (two answers)
Possible Answer
- The officer supplied each soldier with a map.
- The Minister denied having received any money from the oil company.
The Minister denied that he/ she had received any money from the oil company.
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