The document outlines various expressions and constructions used to convey belief, opinion, and speculation in English, particularly in contexts involving past and present events. It includes examples using verbs like 'seem,' 'appear,' and 'believe' to illustrate different grammatical structures. Additionally, it discusses the use of modal verbs such as 'may' and 'might' for expressing uncertainty.

1. ADVANCED LEVEL
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2.  Ex.: It seems /appears (that/as if /as though) Shakira is in
love with a footballer again
 Would seem/appear (that/as if/as though) (even more
distant and less sure):
Ex.: It would seem that the Campos sisters argued a lot in New
York.
 Subject+appears/seems+infinitive with to:
Ex.: Shakira seems to be in love with a footballer again.
(PRESENT)
Ex.: The Campos sisters appear to have argued a lot in New York
(PAST)

3.  It+passive verb+that-clause (common verbs here: believe, think,
say, report, expect, understand, suggest, agree)
Ex.: It is believed (that) Pablo Motos is depressed.
Ex.: It is said (that) the English teacher drank very much at the
Christmas party last year.
 Subject (also there)+passive verb+to infinive (present reference,
with expect: future meaning):
Ex.: Pablo Motos is believed to be depressed.
Ex.: Paquirrín is expected to release a new album as a DJ this year
 Subject (also there)+passive verb+ to have +past participle (past
reference)
Ex.: The English teacher is said to have drunk very much at the
Christmas party last year.

4.  Apparently:
Ex.: Apparently, Belen Esteban and Andreita went
to Benidorm at Christmas.
 According to:
Ex.: According to reliable sources, David Beckham
is divorcing Victoria.
 May/might:
Ex.: The Minister may have been watching a
football match during the crisis.