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Значение идиомы in tow
[in tow] {adj. phr.} 1. Being pulled.
The tugboat had the largeocean liner in tow as they came into the harbor.
An engine camewith a long string of cars in tow.
2. Being taken from place toplace; along with someone.
Janet took the new girl in tow andshowed her where to go.
Mrs. Hayes went to the supermarket withher four little children in tow.
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