Compound Verbs Flashcards
The thief snatched her purse [from her]. (The action is performed for the benefit of the thief towards himself.)
It is very cold outside. Put on some warm clothes.
Finish your work; then you can play outside.
I got my clothes from the tailor.
When I return, I will put your car key on that table
Father gave his car to me
Do this work (for yourself).
Do this work (for someone else).
Read the newspaper (to yourself).
Read the newspaper (aloud to someone else
My father completes (is able to complete) a five-mile walk every day.
Upon hearing his jokes, the children. burst out laughing.
When she sees him, she always smiles.
When she sees him, she always smiles.
Upon seeing his grades, he burst into tears.