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pries

/pɹaɪz/

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verb

تطفل، تدخل

To look where one is not welcome; to be nosy.

Examples :

"The neighbor always pries into our business, asking about our visitors and packages. "

يتطفل الجار دائمًا في شؤوننا، ويسأل عن زوارنا وطرودنا.

attitude character human action

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verb

تطفل، تدخل

To keep asking about something that does not concern one.

Examples :

"Even though it was none of his business, Mark pries into everyone's personal relationships at work, always asking about their dates and private lives. "

على الرغم من أن الأمر لا يعنيه، إلا أن مارك يتطفل على العلاقات الشخصية للجميع في العمل، ويسأل دائمًا عن مواعيدهم وحياتهم الخاصة.

communication attitude character human person action

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verb

تجسس، نظر بتفحص

To look closely and curiously at (something closed or not public).

Examples :

"The curious student pries into the teacher's grade book when she leaves the room. "

يتجسس الطالب الفضولي على دفتر درجات المعلمة عندما تغادر الغرفة.

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verb

استعمل العتلة، رفع

To use leverage to open or widen.

Examples :

"The thief pries open the window with a crowbar. "

يستخدم اللص عتلة لفتح النافذة.

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