make a statement
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make a statement(
meyk
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steyt
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muhnt
)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.).
a. hacer una declaración
We have several people here to make a statement about the proposed subdivision.Tenemos varias personas aquí para hacer una declaración sobre la propuesta urbanización.
b. prestar declaración
The mayor is going to make a statement to the press this afternoon.La alcaldesa va a prestar declaración a la prensa esta tarde.
2. (figurative) (to make a public declaration)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. hacer una declaración
We're making a statement by boycotting this company.Estamos haciendo una declaración al boicotear esta compañía.
b. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
I'm painting the house purple to make a statement.Estoy pintando la casa de violeta para expresarme.
What kind of statement is he trying to make with that cape?¿Qué está tratando de expresar con esa capa?
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