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Is there a difference between 'I want sth done' and 'I want sth to be done' I have bumped into this confusion while writing in English I want this bicycle to be fixed I want this bicycle fixed are those having a same meaning? or somewhat different?

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I also disagree with Richard. In fact, John B's reply is exactly what I would have said.
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We would not say ...to be fixed. Your original question: I want ..done vs I want ..to be done however is loaded with implications. Something done means immediately like repairing my shoes now...something to be done may require more time and implies a big problem like solve the problem of traffic jams or computer failures.

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