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give an account

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give an account (of someone or something) (to someone)

 and give someone an account of someone or something

to tell a narrative about someone or something to someone. You are going to have to give an account of yourself to your parole officer. Please give an account of your day to my secretary. Give me an account of every minute.

See also: account, give