empenhava-se
[em-pe-ˈña-va-sə]
verb
strove, endeavored, made an effort
1. Past imperfect tense reflexive form of 'empenhar-se': to make an effort, to strive, to commit oneself to doing something
He endeavored to finish the project on time.
Ele empenhava-se para terminar o projeto no prazo.
2. To dedicate oneself to a task or goal with determination
She was committed to her studies.
Ela empenhava-se em seus estudos.
3. To pledge or mortgage (in financial contexts)
He pledged his property as collateral.
Ele empenhava-se de sua propriedade.
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