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+# παρακολουθέω/parakoloutheō
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+This word describes a situation or how something is. It is a verb. However, it is not an action.
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+* This word means to be the result of some action or situation.
+
+**Advice to translators**: This type of verb describes a state of being. 
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+This word is an action. It is a verb.
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+* This word can mean to investigate. This is when someone works hard to learn the truth about a thing or situation.
+* This word can mean to act according to particular standards.