16.8 Actions that people and things are doing

Rule No. 5: We do not use these verbs when we speak in the present continuous time. Here are some examples:

Correct way Wrong way
1 I am thirsty. I want some water. I am wanting…
2 I believe you. I am believing…
3 I like my hand phone. I am liking…
4 I love you, mommy. I am loving…
5 I know that girl. I am knowing…
6 I remember her name. I am remembering…
7 I hate the cold weather. I am hating…
8 I understand. I am understanding..
9 She means well. She is meaning…
10 I need help. I am needing…

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