No. 2,997 in Dutch
bezighoudt
"Bezighoudt" means "occupies" or "keeps busy."
In a sentence
Zij bezighoudt zich met het organiseren van evenementen.
She keeps herself busy with organizing events.
In this sentence, 'bezighoudt' is used reflexively, indicating personal involvement in a task.
Wat bezighoudt jou het meest in deze situatie?
What occupies you the most in this situation?
Here, 'bezighoudt' is used to ask someone about what is demanding their attention or focus.
Het bezighoudt hen voortdurend, hoe zij hun middelen optimaal kunnen benutten.
It constantly occupies them, how to utilize their resources effectively.
In this scenario, 'bezighoudt' refers to a subject or topic that is taking up someone's thoughts or concerns.
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