Bears eat a lot to fatten up.

Meaning: Bears eat a lot of food in autumn to gain weight and build up fat reserves, which will sustain them during their winter hibernation.

Choice of Words: Bears are large, powerful animals with thick fur. Eat means to consume food. A lot means a large quantity. To indicates the purpose or goal of the action. Fat is a stored form of energy in the body.

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