plural split infinitives
grammar
: an English phrase in which an adverb or other word is placed between to and a verb
"To really start" is an example of a split infinitive.
Note: Some people feel that the use of split infinitives should be avoided, but they are common in both speech and writing.
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“Split infinitive.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/split%20infinitive. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.
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