Adjective + to complement clauses introduce an infinitive verb following the to.
Adjective + to complement clauses provide more information to the state or quality described by the adjective, and can specify potential actions or conditions related to the subject.
Tag
tocls+jcomp is tagged on the main verb of the to compliment clause.
Examples
Millar was obstinately determined to change the content of education. (p. 716)
They were excited to explore the new city, having heard so much about its vibrant culture.
They were excited to get the chance to play in the tournament.
extraposed adjective + to complement clause
Descriptions
Extraposed adjective + to complement clauses semantically function as the predicate + the subject.
The true subject is often replaced by it.
Tag
xtrapos+tocls+jcomp is tagged on the main verb of the extraposed to compliment clause.
Examples
It was difficult to appreciate him when we thought we had more time.
It is important to understand other people’s feelings in a team enviornment.
It was necessary to adjust our plans due to the unexpected weather conditions.