catch on fire
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catch on fire(
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)An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
1. (general)
a. incendiarse
Candles should not be left unattended as it is easy for surrounding furnishings to catch on fire.Las velas no se deben dejar desatendidas porque es fácil que el mobiliario, las cortinas y las alfombras se inciendan.
b. prender fuego
Did you see how quickly Emma's skirt caught on fire?¿Viste qué rápido prendió fuego la falda de Emma?
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