N/A
another chance for someone to become more healthy, energetic, or adopting a more optimistic view on life
The phrase "new lease of life" does not have a specific origin, but it is derived from the legal concept of a lease, which refers to a contract granting temporary possession or use of a property. In this context, "lease" is used metaphorically to represent a period of time or opportunity for a fresh start or improved circumstances. It is used to describe a situation where someone is given another chance or opportunity to improve their health, energy levels, or overall outlook on life.
(durabilidad)
vida útil
the length of time a packaged food or drug will last without deteriorating
desencadenar
to make something operate, especially by accident
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respirar
to take air into one's lungs and let it out again
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(cautivado)
encantado
enchanted, delighted, or captivated by something or someone
N/A
a time in one's life when one is in the peak of one's physical condittion
(manejador)
hito
an event or stage that has a very important impact on the progress of something
(prevenir)
desalentar
prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening
(diluirse)
desaparecer
(of an emotion) to gradually become less intense
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(cancelar)
tachar
to mark an item or task on a list as completed or canceled by drawing a line through it
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(lista de cosas por hacer)
lista de deseos
a list of experiences, achievements, or goals that a person wishes to accomplish or fulfill during their lifetime
The origin of the phrase "bucket list" is uncertain, but it is thought to have originated in the United States in the mid-20th century. It may have been inspired by the phrase "kick the bucket," which is a euphemism for dying. It refers to a list of things that someone wants to do or achieve before they die. It typically includes activities or experiences that are considered significant or meaningful, and that the person may not have had the opportunity to pursue yet.
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(ignorar)
desestimar
to consider something unworthy of one's attention or consideration
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(salir)
partir
to leave a location, particularly to go on a trip or journey
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rechazar
to refuse to accept a proposal, idea, person, etc.
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ignorar
to disregard something as unimportant or unworthy of consideration
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(aplazar)
posponer
to arrange or put off an activity or an event for a later time than its original schedule
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resistir
to use force to prevent something from happening or to fight against an attack
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quitar
to take something away from a position
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(previamente)
con anticipación
before the scheduled or expected time
todo el tiempo
continuously, persistently, or without pause
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al mismo tiempo
in a manner where two or more things happen together
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(a la vez)
simultáneamente
simultaneously
N/A
(of a thing) outdated or no longer relevant to current trends or technology
The idiom "behind the times" originated from the concept of being outdated or not keeping up with current trends, advancements, or societal changes. It is used to refer to something that is not in line with the latest developments or practices, often due to resistance to change.
(por el momento)
por ahora
for a limited period, usually until a certain condition changes
(ocasionalmente)
de vez en cuando
without a fixed schedule or pattern
N/A
used when something is done very soon or very fast
The idiom "in no time" began use in the early 20th century. At that time, factories were becoming more automated with machines and even though nothing can truly happen in exactly zero time, saying "in no time" was an exaggerated way to show how fast workflows were expected to be. Today, this expression is commonly used informally to describe tasks, activities or situations that are completed remarkably fast.
(en el último momento)
a tiempo justo
only a few moments before it is still possible to get something done or avoid something bad from happening
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