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to tend
01
to be likely to develop or occur in a certain way because that is the usual pattern
Transitive: to tend to do sth
Examples
Some plants tend to thrive in direct sunlight, while others prefer shade.
People from that region tend to be fluent in multiple languages due to their diverse cultural influences.
02
to care for the needs of someone or something with attention and responsibility
Transitive: to tend sb/sth
Examples
The gardener tends to the flowers, ensuring they receive proper water and sunlight.
A nurse tends to the patients, offering medical care and comfort.
03
to run or be actively involved in the care or management of something
Dialect
American
AmericanTransitive: to tend a business or activity
Examples
They tend the store during business hours, handling customer inquiries and sales.
He tends the bar, mixing drinks and interacting with customers.
Lexical Tree
distend
subtend
tendency
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