Mean in the sense of 'involve', 'have as a result' can be followed by an -ing form.
If you want to pass the exam it will mean studying hard.In the sense of 'intend', mean is followed by an infinitive.I don't think she means to get married for the moment.
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Verb patterns: different meaningto-infinitive or gerund: mean & help
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