exigir

exigir(
ehk
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see
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heer
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A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
transitive verb
a. to demand
El mundo exige justicia por los estudiantes de Ayotzinapa.The world demands justice for the Ayotzinapa students.
a. to call for
La paz exige diálogo.Peace calls for dialogue.
b. to require
Se exige mayor atención a los estudiantes.Students are required to pay greater attention.
a. to levy
El gobierno exige los tributos para llevar a cabo las obras públicas.The government levies taxes in order to carry out public works projects.
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