Fortgeschrittenes Passiv

Fortgeschrittene Passivstrukturen umfassen passive Modalverben (should be done), Passiv mit Redewiedergabeverben (is said to be) sowie passive Infinitive/Gerundien (wants to be chosen, dislikes being told).

Examples

• This issue should be addressed immediately.
• He is believed to be the best candidate.
• The building is said to be haunted.
• She hates being told what to do.
• The proposal needs to be reviewed by the board.

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