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pocketed

Pronunciación: [ˈpɑːkɪtɪd]

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Contexto: «finance»

(verb) to take or keep money for yourself, usually when it shouldn't be yours. Imagine a person who takes money that belongs to someone else and hides it away.

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She pocketed the extra change from her purchase, thinking no one would notice.

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He didn't pocket any of the cash that wasn't his, even when it was tempting.

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Did he pocket any of the donations meant for charity?

Contexto: «physical actions»

(verb) to put something into your pocket or to keep something close to you. It can be like when you take your phone and put it inside your pocket.

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He pocketed the keys to his car before leaving the house.

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She didn't pocket her wallet and accidentally left it on the table.

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Where did you pocket your sunglasses after using them?

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