How to Use "Do" with Example Sentences

do (v): to perform an action; to complete or finish

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Used with nouns:

"The car can do 60 miles per hour."
(car, motorcycle, van, truck)

"He will do the activity."
(activity, assignment, chores, crossword, errands, experiment, favor, homework, housework, interview, job, laundry, gardening, maintenance, painting, paperwork, presentation) *many additional nouns

"She can do the project."
(project, research, shopping, task, test, typing, washing, work) *many additional nouns

do (v): perform; take action

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Example sentences:

"Do it this way."

"Do it the right way."

"Do what is best for you."

"Make sure you do it soon."

"Please do what I say."

"Do what you are told."

do (v): used when asking a question

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Example sentences:

"Do you have the time?"

"Do you have any money?"

"Do you know the answer?"

"Do you know my brother?"

"Do you like me?"

"Do you like to watch TV?"

"Do you eat spicy food?"

"Do you understand Chinese?"

"Do you care about the environment?"

"Do you buy organic fruits?"

"Do you cook at home?"

"Do you live in the area?"

"Do you walk to school?"