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start up(
start
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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.).
a. empezar
The music started up, and the newlyweds took to the floor to dance.Empezó la música y los recién casados salieron a bailar a la pista.
a. ponerse en marcha
I turned the key and the motor started up effortlessly.Giré la llave y el motor se puso en marcha sin esfuerzo.
b. arrancar
The dryer started up in the middle of the night.La secadora arrancó en medio de la noche.
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.).
a. arrancar
It is hard to start up the motor on a cold morning.Es difícil arrancar el motor en una mañana fría.
b. poner en marcha
Start up the dishwasher before you go to bed, please.Pon la lavavajillas en marcha antes de acostarte por favor.
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