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A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. tantear
We're sizing up a few different possible locations for the store.Estamos tanteando algunos posibles lugares diferentes para la tienda.
b. evaluar
I think those guys who were talking to you were sizing you up to see if you'd be a good fit for their project.Creo que esos hombres que te estaban hablando te evaluaban para ver si serías adecuado para su proyecto.
a. medir con el ojo
The salesman sized me up and said, "I think you need a size 40 jacket."El dependiente me midió con el ojo y dijo, "Creo que necesita un saco talla 40".
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