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to spend
01
uitgeven, besteden
to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.
Example
She spent a lot on gifts for her family during the holiday season.
I need to be careful not to spend too much on unnecessary items.
He asked how much she spent on the concert tickets.
02
doorbrengen, verbringen
to pass time in a particular manner or in a certain place
Ditransitive: to spend time doing sth
Transitive: to spend time
Example
He spends his free time practicing the guitar.
They spent the afternoon hiking in the mountains.
His retirement years were spent traveling the world.
03
verbruiken, uitputten
to use energy, effort, etc., particularly until no more remains
Transitive: to spend energy or resources
Example
The storm spent its fury before reaching the coastal areas.
She spends a lot of effort maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
The soldiers fought bravely until their ammunition was spent.
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