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purse

Pronunciación: [pɜrs]

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Contexto: «personal items»

(noun) a small bag that people, usually women, carry to hold their money, cards, and other personal items. It is like a little container for your everyday things.

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She took her purse out of her bag to pay for the groceries.

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He didn't have his purse, so he couldn't buy anything at the store.

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Where did you put your purse?

Contexto: «money»

(noun) the amount of money available for a particular use. It can mean a person's money for shopping or can refer to money set aside for a special purpose.

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The school received a large purse for its new art program.

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Their purse for the project was too small, so they decided to postpone it.

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How much money is in the purse for the charity event?

Contexto: «physical action»

(verb) to close one’s lips tightly. This can also mean to gather or squeeze the lips together, often showing that you are worried or thinking deeply.

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He pursed his lips in thought before answering the question.

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She didn't purse her lips; instead, she smiled brightly.

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Why did you purse your lips when you heard the news?

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