There are two groups of linking verbs: current linking verbs and resulting linking verbs.

Current linking verbs indicate a state. Resulting linking verbs indicate that the role of the verb
complement is a result of the process described in the verb.
Lists of the most common linking verbs:
Current Linking Verbs
appear John appeared happy when the company promoted him.
be The graduate students are in Classroom South, Room !".
feel She felt really happy with the new baby.
lie The pieces lay scattered over the floor.
look This person looks really tired.
remain #verybody remained silent for a few minutes.
seem This secretary seems $to be% very efficient.
smell That perfume smelled so fresh.
sound She sounded very surprised when she heard the news.
stay #verybody stayed calm when the fire alarm went off.
taste This grapefruit tastes very bitter.
Resulting Linking Verbs
become &e became a successful businessman.
get She got upset with her students.
grow The professor grew unhappy because the students were not listening well.
fall 'y brother fell in love at the party.
prove The new secretary proved $to be% very friendly.
run The children ran wild.
turn The milk turned sour.