1. Defining intransitive verbs:
* "The verb 'sleep' is intransitive, meaning it doesn't take a direct object."
* "The verb 'arrive' is intransitive, as it doesn't describe an action directed towards something."
2. Contrasting intransitive and transitive verbs:
* "While 'eat' is transitive and requires an object (e.g., 'He eats pizza'), 'sleep' is intransitive and doesn't."
3. Explaining a grammatical concept:
* "The student struggled to understand the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs."
4. In a more technical context:
* "The intransitive verb 'bloom' is used to describe a state of being, not a direct action."
Note: You can also use "intransitively" as an adverb:
* "The verb 'cry' can be used intransitively to express sadness."