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to recover
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to relax
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to deny
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to gather
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lack
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to commercialize
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to doom
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pipe dream
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foraging
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self-sufficient
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to trap
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ethos
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indicator
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to boost
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to launch
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to conduct
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to outstrip
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stable
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sharp
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to dip
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to soar
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steady
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volatile
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significant
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fluctuating
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moderate
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gradual
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to escalate
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to plummet
to recover
recuperarse

recuperarse

flag
/ɹɪˈkəvɝ/
Verbo

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

synonymconvalesce
synonymrecuperate
antonymdevolve
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The patient is currently recovering after the surgery.
With proper treatment, many people can recover from mental health challenges.
Last month, she promptly recovered from the illness.

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Intransitivo
to recover
to relax
descansar

descansar

flag
/ɹiˈɫæks/, /ɹɪˈɫæks/
Verbo

to feel less worried or stressed

synonymdecompress
synonymloosen up
synonymslow down
synonymunbend
synonymunwind
antonymtense
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On Sundays, I usually relax and do nothing.
He likes to relax in the garden during the evenings.
She went to the spa to relax and get a massage.

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Intransitivo
to relax
to deny
negar

negar

flag
/dɪˈnaɪ/
Verbo

to refuse to admit the truth or existence of something

antonymadmit
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The student had to deny cheating on the exam, insisting on the fairness of their answers.
She had to deny any involvement in the incident to protect her reputation.
The accused continued to deny any involvement in the theft, despite the evidence.

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Transitivo
to deny
to gather
reunir

reunir

flag
/ˈɡæðɝ/
Verbo

to bring people in one place for a specific purpose

synonymassemble
synonymget together
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The teacher gathers the students for a group discussion in the classroom.
She gathers her friends for a weekend picnic in the park.
The coordinator gathers volunteers to help with the community cleanup.

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Transitivo
lack
(carencia)

(carencia)

falta

flag
/ˈɫæk/
Verbo

the absence or insufficiency of something, often implying a deficiency or shortage

synonymdeficiency
synonymwant
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The community faced a severe lack of healthcare resources.
The lack of rainfall this year has affected crop production.
She felt a lack of motivation to complete the project.
Incontable
to commercialize
(mercantilizar)

(mercantilizar)

comercializar

flag
/kəˈmɝʃəˌɫaɪz/
Verbo

to make something into a business or focus on making money from it

synonymmarket
to doom
condenar

condenar

flag
/ˈdum/
Verbo

to intentionally cause something or someone to fail or experience a negative outcome by creating specific conditions

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Deliberate misinformation campaigns can doom a person's reputation.
Repeated violations of policies are dooming the company's reputation.
The deliberate sabotage doomed their chances of winning the competition.

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Transitivo
pipe dream
sueño imposible

sueño imposible

flag
/pˈaɪp dɹˈiːm/
VerboIdiomInformal

an impractical or impossible idea, plan, or wish

synonymdream
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Building a house on a private island may be a delightful pipe dream, but it's beyond our budget.
The notion of a completely utopian society, free of all problems, is often regarded as a pipe dream.
His hope of becoming a rock star and touring the world seemed like a pipe dream until he signed a record deal.
What is the origin of the idiom "pipe dream" and when to use it?

The idiom "pipe dream" originated in the early 20th century and was originally associated with the idea of hallucinations experienced by smokers of opium pipes, leading to unrealistic visions. Over time, it evolved to describe any impractical or unattainable vision or plan.

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Sustantivo Compuesto
pipe dream
foraging
(búsqueda de comida)

(búsqueda de comida)

forrajeo

flag
/ˈfɔɹɪdʒɪŋ/
Verbo

the act of searching or gathering food, resources, or provisions in the natural environment, typically done by animals

synonymforage
self-sufficient
(autónomo)

(autónomo)

autosuficiente

flag
/ˌsɛɫfsəˈfɪʃənt/, /ˌsɛɫfsəˈfɪʃɪnt/
Verbo

capable of providing everything that one needs, particularly food, without any help from others

synonymself-sufficing
synonymself-sustaining
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After years of practice, the farm became self-sufficient, growing enough food and resources to sustain itself year-round.
The program encourages students to become self-sufficient by developing practical skills for independent living.
Learning basic cooking skills can help people become more self-sufficient and less reliant on takeout.
self-sufficient
to trap
atrapar

atrapar

flag
/ˈtɹæp/
Verbo

to capture an animal using an object called a trap

synonymensnare
synonymentrap
synonymsnare
synonymtrammel
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The hunter skillfully trapped a rabbit by disguising a snare with leaves and twigs along its usual path.
The farmer trapped a raccoon that had been raiding the chicken coop, using a baited cage near the barn.
The pest control expert advised homeowners on how to trap mice using baited snap traps in their basements.

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Transitivo
to trap
ethos
(valores fundamentales)

(valores fundamentales)

ethos

flag
/ˈiθɑs/
Verbo

the fundamental values and beliefs that influence and guide the behavior and attitudes of a person, group, or organization

indicator
indicador

indicador

flag
/ˈɪndəˌkeɪtɝ/
Verbo

something that is used to measure a particular condition or value

synonymindex
synonymindex number
synonymindicant
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The decrease in unemployment rates is a promising indicator of economic recovery.
to boost
aumentar

aumentar

flag
/ˈbust/
Verbo

to increase or enhance the amount, level, or intensity of something

synonymhike
synonymhike up
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The new advertising campaign boosted the brand's visibility in the market.
Adding fertilizer to the soil can boost the growth of plants and flowers.
She boosts her productivity by organizing her tasks efficiently.

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to launch
lanzar

lanzar

flag
/ˈɫɔntʃ/
Verbo

to start an organized activity or operation

synonymestablish
synonymfound
synonymset up
antonymabolish
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He has launched several successful businesses in the past.
He plans to launch a charity fundraiser to support local schools.
They plan to launch a marketing campaign to promote the event.

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Transitivo
to launch
to conduct
llevar

llevar

flag
/ˈkɑndəkt/, /kɑnˈdəkt/
Verbo

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

synonymcarry on
synonymdeal
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The CEO will personally conduct negotiations with potential business partners.
As the event coordinator, she will conduct the planning and execution of the conference.
The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software.

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to outstrip
superar

superar

flag
/aʊtˈstɹɪp/
Verbo

to posses or reach a higher level of skill, success, value, or quantity than another person or thing

synonymexceed
synonymoutdo
synonymoutgo
synonymoutmatch
synonymoutperform
synonymsurmount
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His talent for music quickly outstripped that of his peers, earning him recognition as a prodigy.
As technology advances, the capabilities of new smartphones continually outstrip those of their predecessors.
The company's revenue growth has outstripped that of its competitors, solidifying its position as an industry leader.
stable
estable

estable

flag
/ˈsteɪbəɫ/
Verbo

firm and able to stay in the same position or state

antonymunstable
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The table is stable and doesn't wobble when you put weight on it.
Her condition is stable, and the doctors expect her to recover fully.
The economy showed signs of becoming more stable after the financial crisis.
stable
sharp
de repente

de repente

flag
/ˈʃɑɹp/
Verbo

in a manner that is abrupt or sudden

synonymacutely
synonymsharply
to dip
(bajar)

(bajar)

sumergir

flag
/ˈdɪp/
Verbo

to briefly go down or lower in position

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The sun dipped below the horizon, signaling the end of the day.
The roller coaster dipped sharply before ascending into another thrilling loop.
As the plane descended, it dipped below the clouds for a clear view of the landscape.

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Intransitivo
to soar
aumentar

aumentar

flag
/ˈsɔɹ/
Verbo

to increase rapidly to a high level

synonymsoar up
synonymsoar upwards
synonymsurge
synonymzoom
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The price of Bitcoin soared to an all-time high last week.
The popularity of the new restaurant caused its reservations to soar within days of opening.
After the company announced record profits, its stock price began to soar.

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Intransitivo
steady
(fijo)

(fijo)

estable

flag
/ˈstɛdi/
Verbo

regular and constant for a long period of time

antonymunsteady
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His income has remained steady throughout the economic downturn.
He maintained a steady pace throughout the marathon, ensuring he didn’t tire too quickly.
The company has shown steady growth over the past five years.
steady
volatile
volátil

volátil

flag
/ˈvɑɫətəɫ/
Verbo

prone to unexpected and sudden changes, usually gets worse or dangerous

synonymexplosive
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The political situation in the region is highly volatile.
Their relationship was volatile, with frequent arguments.
The CEO’s volatile decision-making caused instability within the company.
significant
(importante, considerable)

(importante, considerable)

significativo

flag
/səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/, /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
Verbo

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

synonymsubstantial
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The discovery of the ancient artifact was significant for understanding the region's history.
His contributions to the project were significant in achieving its success.
The student's research findings were significant enough to be published in a prestigious journal.
significant
fluctuating
(inestable)

(inestable)

fluctuante

flag
/ˈfɫəktʃəˌweɪtɪŋ/
Verbo

changing frequently and unpredictably

moderate
(equilibrado)

(equilibrado)

moderado

flag
/ˈmɑdɝˌeɪt/, /ˈmɑdɝət/
Verbo

(of a person or ideology) not extreme or radical and considered reasonable by a majority of people

antonymimmoderate
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In times of crisis, a moderate approach to decision-making can often yield consensus.
The professor's lecture offered a moderate perspective on the historical event, emphasizing multiple viewpoints.
She holds moderate views on economic policy, advocating for balanced approaches.
gradual
gradual

gradual

flag
/ˈɡɹædʒuəɫ/
Verbo

occurring slowly and step-by-step over a long period of time

antonymsudden
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The company experienced gradual growth over the past decade.
Her recovery from surgery was gradual, with improvements observed over several weeks.
The erosion of the coastline was a gradual process, occurring over many years.
gradual
to escalate
intensificarse

intensificarse

flag
/ˈɛskəˌɫeɪt/
Verbo

to become much worse or more intense

synonymintensify
synonymstep up
antonymde-escalate
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The political unrest has escalated over the past few months.
Ongoing conflicts are currently escalating in the troubled region.
Misunderstandings can quickly escalate if not addressed early.

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Intransitivo
to plummet
desplomarse

desplomarse

flag
/ˈpɫəmət/
Verbo

to decline in amount or value in a sudden and rapid way

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Intransitivo
to plummet
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