the N be to-inf

The noun is preceded by the and is followed by a form of the verb be and a to-infinitive clause. Some nouns which can be followed directly by to-infinitive clauses, and some which cannot, can be used in this pattern. This pattern is a way of introducing and labelling the action you are going to mention.

the		Noun	be	to-infinitive clause
The		idea	is	to help people find jobs.
The		trick	is	to plan ahead.
The	easiest	way	is	to cut back on staff.

Nouns with this pattern belong to the following meaning groups:The 'aim' group The 'trick' group The 'plan' group The 'challenge' group The 'effect' group The 'temptation' group

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