Meaning of be given in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    be given

    Definitions

    1. have a tendency or disposition to do or be something

    Examples

    • « be inclined »
    • « She tends to be nervous before her lectures »
    • « These dresses run small »
    • « He inclined to corpulence »

    Derived terms

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