square up(
skwehr
 
uhp
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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.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. arreglar cuentas
Why don't I just pay with a card, and then we can all square up afterwards?¿Por qué no pago yo con tarjeta, y podemos arreglar cuentas después?
b. ajustar cuentas
I don't have cash right now. Can we square up after the concert?No tengo efectivo en este momento. ¿Podemos ajustar cuentas después del concierto?
c. saldar cuentas
The gambler had to square up with the casino before leaving.El jugador tuvo que saldar cuentas con el casino antes de irse.
a. ponerse en guardia
The boxers squared up, and the bell sounded.Los boxeadores se pusieron en guardia, y sonó la campana.
a. enfrentarse
Grace squared up to her problem despite her fears.Grace se enfrentó a su problema a pesar de sus temores.
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