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conversely
[Adverbio]

in a way that is different from what has been mentioned

al contrario

al contrario

Ex: The new policy benefits larger companies ; conversely, smaller firms may struggle .La nueva política beneficia a las empresas más grandes; **por el contrario**, las empresas más pequeñas pueden tener dificultades.
to imply
[Verbo]

to suggest without explicitly stating

insinuar

insinuar

Ex: The advertisement 's imagery implied that using their product would lead to success .La imaginería del anuncio **insinuaba** que usar su producto conduciría al éxito.
to infer
[Verbo]

to reach an opinion or decision based on available evidence and one's understanding of the matter

inferir

inferir

Ex: She infers the answer to the question by examining the available information .Ella **infiere** la respuesta a la pregunta examinando la información disponible.
speechless
[Adjetivo]

unable to speak for a short time, particularly as a result of surprise, shock, or anger

mudo, sin habla

mudo, sin habla

Ex: The beauty of the sunset rendered him speechless for a moment .La belleza del atardecer lo dejó **sin palabras** por un momento.

to get an understanding of what someone's true intention is or how they feel based on what they say or write

Ex: In her cryptic text message, she asked if I was free tonight, but I had to read between the lines to figure out that she wanted to meet up.
to touch
[Verbo]

to be impressed emotionally

conmover, tocar

conmover, tocar

Ex: The story of perseverance and triumph touched many .La historia de perseverancia y triunfo **tocó** a muchos.

a mental awareness or understanding of how past events, cultures, or ways of life influence the present

Ex: Literature can deepen our sense of the past.
mixed feelings
[Sustantivo]

the experience of feeling both positive and negative emotions about the same situation, person, or thing

sentimientos encontrados

sentimientos encontrados

Ex: The movie left me with mixed feelings — it was both funny and sad .La película me dejó con **sentimientos encontrados**—fue tanto divertida como triste.

a belief that is strong, yet without any explainable reason

Ex: The investor made a gut decision to invest in the start-up, even though it was a risky venture.

to finally talk about what has long been bothering or concerning one

Ex: Sometimes, sharing your worries and fears with a trusted friend can be a great way to get things off your chest and find emotional relief.

to make up for losses or deficiencies by providing something of equal value or benefit

compensar, indemnizar

compensar, indemnizar

Ex: The team improved their teamwork to compensate for the absence of their star player .El equipo mejoró su trabajo en equipo para **compensar** la ausencia de su jugador estrella.
appreciation
[Sustantivo]

a clear understanding of a problem, situation, or concept

comprensión, percepción

comprensión, percepción

Ex: The report reflects careful appreciation of market trends .El informe refleja una **apreciación** cuidadosa de las tendencias del mercado.

to become completely and suddenly very much in love with someone

Ex: They met last year and soon fell head over heels in love.

to make someone really mad by constantly doing something that angers or annoys them

Ex: It gets on my nerves when people are late.
fingers crossed
[interjección]

used when hoping for a positive outcome

¡Cruzo los dedos!, ¡Dedos cruzados!

¡Cruzo los dedos!, ¡Dedos cruzados!

Ex: I studied for that exam for two weeks, so I hope I get a good grade on it.Fingers crossed!He solicitado el trabajo—**crucemos los dedos** !

to assure someone that they no longer need to worry about a particular person or thing

Ex: The teacher's clarification about the exam format put the students' minds at ease, easing their anxieties and allowing them to focus on studying.
evocative
[Adjetivo]

bringing strong memories, emotions, or images to mind

evocador, sugerente

evocador, sugerente

Ex: The artist 's work was so evocative, it brought forth memories of lost love .El trabajo del artista fue tan **evocador**, que trajo recuerdos de amor perdido.

to seem true or reasonable to one

Ex: Studies show exercise reduces stress, and from experience that sure rings true for me.

to add energy or excitement to a situation

animar, avivar

animar, avivar

Ex: The speaker used humor and anecdotes to liven up their presentation , keeping the audience engaged and entertained .El orador usó humor y anécdotas para **animar** su presentación, manteniendo a la audiencia comprometida y entretenida.
hot air
[Sustantivo]

a statement that is untrue, exaggerated, or meaningless

palabras al aire, puro humo

palabras al aire, puro humo

Ex: He dismissed their empty promises as mere hot air, knowing they had no intention of fulfilling their commitments .Desestimó sus promesas vacías como simples **palabras al aire**, sabiendo que no tenían intención de cumplir sus compromisos.
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