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be appropriate

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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. ser adecuado
Do you think it would be appropriate to invite my boss to my birthday party?¿Crees que sería adecuado invitar a mi jefe a mi fiesta de cumpleaños?
b. corresponder
This song isn't appropriate for the children.Esta canción no corresponde a los niños.
c. proceder
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
Defer to the director to decide what is appropriate in this situation.Defieran al director para decidir qué proceda en esta situación.
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