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preen

Prononciation : [priːn]

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Comment utiliser preen dans une phrase : 3 sens et 9 exemples audio.

Contexte : « nature »

(verb) to clean and arrange the feathers of a bird. Birds do this to keep their feathers neat and to stay healthy.

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The parrot preens its feathers every morning to look beautiful.

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The bird didn’t preen, so its feathers looked messy and unclean.

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Why do birds preen their feathers so often?

Contexte : « self-care »

(verb) to groom oneself, often in a way that shows off one’s appearance. This can mean tidying up your hair or clothes to look good.

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She preens in front of the mirror before going to the party.

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He didn’t preen himself before the interview, so he looked a bit scruffy.

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Do you often preen before important events?

Contexte : « self-admiration »

(verb) to take too much pride in one’s appearance or achievements. It's like when someone shows off a lot about how great they look or what they’ve done.

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After winning the contest, he couldn't help but preen about his success.

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She didn’t preen at all after the exam results, showing her modesty instead.

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Is it okay to preen a little when you feel proud of yourself?

Comment prononcer preen

Prononciation : [priːn]

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