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Transitive

usgb/ˈtrænzətɪv/Volume
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Context Clues

Look for objects receiving the action to identify transitive verbs in sentences.

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He kicked the ball.
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Object Omission

A sentence may imply an object, making a transitive verb seem intransitive. Context matters.

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She reads (books).
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Passive Voice

Transitive verbs can be used in passive voice where the object comes before the verb.

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Cats are loved by her.
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