German-English translations for losschwimmen

approach
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as he approaches to the character of the ablest statesman."Would counsel please approach the bench?" asked the judge.He approached the age of manhood.
begin
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I began playing the piano at the age of five. Now that everyone is here, we should begin the presentationThe program begins at 9 oclock on the dot. I rushed to get to class on time, but the lesson had already begun

direction
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Keep going in the same directionThe trombonist looked to the bandleader for directionThe screenplay was good, but the direction was weak
start
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The movie was entertaining from start to finish.He woke with a start.Captured pieces are returned to the start of the board.
swim
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swimming in self-pitya bare few bits of meat swimming in watery sauceFor exercise, we like to swim laps around the pool.
swim off