Do: The Unfolding of Action and the Mark of Agency Common Usage: “Do” “Do” is a dynamo of the English language, a verb pulsating with action, intention, and consequence. At its most elemental, “do” is about performance, execution, or simply engaging in an activity. “What are you doing?” is a question that cuts to the…
Posession
Have
Have: The Grip of Possession and the Pulse of Experience Common Usage: “Have” “Have” is one of the most versatile and fundamental verbs in the English language, a linguistic multitool we wield constantly. At its most straightforward, it signifies possession: “I have a book.” This is “Have” 101 – the simple, direct claim of ownership…