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The parrot enjoys being petted.
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Narrator
The parrot enjoys being petted.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
Try petting the parrot; it seems to enjoy it.
Describing Habits
The parrot sits patiently, clearly enjoying being petted.
Asking About Others
Does your parrot enjoy being petted?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If you pet the parrot gently, it will likely enjoy it.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The parrot exhibits a preference for being petted.
Casual
The parrot likes getting petted.
Simpler English
The parrot likes it when you pet it.
Phrases to learn
enjoys being petted
Takes pleasure in the act of being petted.