What is an example of a bare predicate?

A bare predicate is a verb phrase without a subject. It expresses an action or state, but it doesn't specify who or what is performing that action.

Here are some examples:

* "Running" (This implies someone is running, but doesn't say who)

* "Sleeping" (This implies someone is sleeping, but doesn't say who)

* "Eating" (This implies someone is eating, but doesn't say who)

* "To be happy" (This implies someone is in a state of happiness, but doesn't say who)

Bare predicates are often used in:

* Infinitive phrases: "To be or not to be"

* Imperative sentences: "Run!"

* Participial phrases: "Running down the street, he tripped."

* Clauses with a suppressed subject: "It is important to be kind." (The implied subject is "one" or "people")

In contrast, a complete predicate includes a subject:

* "The dog is running." (Subject: "The dog", Predicate: "is running")

Let me know if you'd like more examples or have any other questions!