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The future tense form of 'sink' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb sink. Example: If not repaired, the boat will sink in the stormy weather. (If not repaired, the boat will sink in the stormy weather.)
Definition of “sink/sinks”
- to descend or go below the surface of a liquid
- to become lower or decrease in value, quality, or status
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Future Simple | sink |
| Future Continuous | sinking |
| Future Perfect | sunk |
Example
The ship will sink if it hits an iceberg.
Example
He will sink his opponent in the boxing match.
Example
By this time next week, I will be sinking my toes in the sandy beach.
Example
They will be sinking their teeth into the delicious dessert.
Example
By the end of the year, she will have sunk all her savings into the new business.
Example
They will have sunk countless hours into the project.
