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Inglés y Conocimientos del Mundo para ACT - Verbos frasales concretos

Aquí aprenderás algunos verbos frasales concretos en inglés, como "reel in", "do without", "parcel out", etc., que te ayudarán a sobresalir en tus ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
to boot up
[Verbo]

(of a computer or electronic device) to start and load the operating system into memory for use

arrancar, iniciar

arrancar, iniciar

Ex: After a power outage, it takes a few minutes for the system to boot up again.Después de un apagón, el sistema tarda unos minutos en **arrancar** nuevamente.
to die out
[Verbo]

to completely disappear or cease to exist

desaparecer

desaparecer

Ex: By the end of the century , experts fear that some ecosystems will have died out due to climate change .Para finales de siglo, los expertos temen que algunos ecosistemas **desaparezcan** debido al cambio climático.

to create or forcefully find a way through an obstacle or barrier

atravesar, abrirse paso

atravesar, abrirse paso

Ex: Migrants broke through the border despite patrols .Los migrantes **irrumpieron** en la frontera a pesar de las patrullas.
to reel in
[Verbo]

to pull or draw something in by winding it around a reel or similar device

enrollar, recoger

enrollar, recoger

Ex: The crane operator reeled the cable in to lift the heavy load.El operador de la grúa **enrolló** el cable para levantar la carga pesada.
to set up
[Verbo]

to prepare things in anticipation of a specific purpose or event

instalar, preparar

instalar, preparar

Ex: She set the table up with elegant dinnerware for the special occasion.Ella **preparó** la mesa con vajilla elegante para la ocasión especial.
to set out
[Verbo]

to begin doing something in order to reach a goal

emprender, ponerse en marcha

emprender, ponerse en marcha

Ex: Our team set out on a quest to explore innovative solutions to common problems .Nuestro equipo **se embarcó** en una búsqueda para explorar soluciones innovadoras a problemas comunes.
to bob up
[Verbo]

to appear or come into view, often unexpectedly

aparecer, asomar

aparecer, asomar

Ex: Unexpected opportunities can bob up when you least expect them .Oportunidades inesperadas pueden **aparecer** cuando menos te lo esperas.

to formally request or direct someone to perform a duty or task

llamar

llamar

Ex: The manager called the staff out to address the urgent situation.El gerente **llamó** al personal para abordar la situación urgente.
to prop up
[Verbo]

to keep something in position using a structure or an object

apuntalar, sostener

apuntalar, sostener

Ex: He propped the ladder up against the wall.Él **apoyó** la escalera contra la pared.

to cause something to happen, especially something undesirable or unpleasant

provocar

provocar

Ex: Lack of proper preparation can bring on unexpected challenges during a project .La falta de preparación adecuada puede **causar** desafíos inesperados durante un proyecto.

to free oneself from a place that one is being held against their will, such as a prison

escaparse, fugarse

escaparse, fugarse

Ex: The infamous criminal plotted for years to break out.El infame criminal planeó durante años para **escapar**.

to expand by exploring new areas, options, or opportunities

diversificarse, ampliar horizontes

diversificarse, ampliar horizontes

Ex: The company wants to branch out into international markets .La empresa quiere **expandirse** a los mercados internacionales.
to pass on
[Verbo]

to transfer knowledge, traditions, or skills to another person or group, often to ensure they are preserved or continued

transmitir, legar

transmitir, legar

Ex: She passed the family recipes on to her daughter to ensure they wouldn't be forgotten.Ella **transmitió** las recetas familiares a su hija para asegurarse de que no se olvidarían.

(of an event) to completely sell all available tickets, seats, leaving none remaining for further purchase

agotarse

agotarse

Ex: The underground music festival sold out, transforming an abandoned warehouse into a vibrant celebration .El festival de música underground **agotó las entradas**, transformando un almacén abandonado en una celebración vibrante.
to run out
[Verbo]

(of a supply) to be completely used up

quedarse sin

quedarse sin

Ex: The battery in my remote control ran out, and now I can’t change the channel.La batería de mi control remoto **se agotó**, y ahora no puedo cambiar de canal.

to remove clothing or covering quickly or completely

quitarse, despojarse

quitarse, despojarse

Ex: She stripped off the wrapping paper to reveal the gift inside .Ella **quitó** el papel de regalo para revelar el regalo en su interior.
to drop by
[Verbo]

to visit a place or someone briefly, often without a prior arrangement

pasar

pasar

Ex: Friends often drop by unexpectedly , turning an ordinary day into a pleasant visit .Los amigos **pasan por** inesperadamente, convirtiendo un día ordinario en una visita agradable.

to produce something quickly and in large quantities, often with a focus on quantity over quality

producir en masa, fabricar en serie

producir en masa, fabricar en serie

Ex: The author churns out bestsellers at an impressive rate .El autor **fabrica** bestsellers a un ritmo impresionante.

to manage or function without someone or something that is typically needed or desired

Ex: He cando without a secretary to manage his schedule and appointments .

to start something by turning a handle or lever

arrancar girando una manivela, accionar girando

arrancar girando una manivela, accionar girando

Ex: The farmer cranked up the tractor to start the day 's work .El agricultor **arrancó** el tractor para comenzar el trabajo del día.

to suddenly stop an activity or an action

interrumpir, cesar abruptamente

interrumpir, cesar abruptamente

Ex: He broke off the conversation when he realized it was too late .Él **interrumpió** la conversación cuando se dio cuenta de que era demasiado tarde.

to retreat or move away from something or someone, typically in response to fear or surprise

retroceder, retirarse

retroceder, retirarse

Ex: The cat cautiously drew back when it encountered an unfamiliar noise in the bushes .El gato **se retiró** con cautela cuando escuchó un ruido desconocido en los arbustos.

to cause the death of a significant number of individuals or organisms

eliminar, exterminar

eliminar, exterminar

Ex: Hunting and poaching have historically killed off numerous animal populations .La caza y la caza furtiva han **diezmado** históricamente numerosas poblaciones animales.

to clean or remove something by flushing it with water or another liquid

enjuagar, limpiar con agua

enjuagar, limpiar con agua

Ex: Before recycling the cans , make sure to rinse out any remaining liquid or residue .Antes de reciclar las latas, asegúrate de **enjuagar** cualquier líquido o residuo restante.
to whip up
[Verbo]

to make food very quickly

preparar, improvisar

preparar, improvisar

Ex: Let 's whip up a quick and easy breakfast before we leave .Hagamos un desayuno rápido y fácil antes de irnos con **whip up**.

to dominate or push aside something or someone by taking up all the available space, time, or attention

opacar, desplazar

opacar, desplazar

Ex: Social media notifications can crowd out productivity during work hours .Las notificaciones de las redes sociales pueden **desplazar** la productividad durante las horas de trabajo.

to gradually decrease in number, amount, or intensity over time

disminuir gradualmente, reducirse poco a poco

disminuir gradualmente, reducirse poco a poco

Ex: Interest in the trend was continuously tapering off as newer styles emerged.El interés en la tendencia **iba disminuyendo gradualmente** a medida que surgían nuevos estilos.

to make something fuller or fluffier by shaking or adjusting it

mullir, ahuecar

mullir, ahuecar

Ex: Before the photo shoot , she took a moment to plump up her hair .Antes de la sesión de fotos, se tomó un momento para **aumentar el volumen** de su cabello.

to distribute or divide something into smaller parts or portions for sharing

repartir, distribuir

repartir, distribuir

Ex: It 's important to parcel out your time effectively when studying for exams .Es importante **distribuir** tu tiempo de manera efectiva cuando estudias para los exámenes.

(of a path or road) to split into another direction, creating a separate route

bifurcarse, ramificarse

bifurcarse, ramificarse

Ex: The highway branches off near the mountain range , leading to picturesque routes .La autopista **se bifurca** cerca de la cordillera, conduciendo a rutas pintorescas.
to look on
[Verbo]

to watch an event or incident without getting involved

mirar

mirar

Ex: The soldiers looked upon in horror as the battle raged before them.Los soldados **miraban** con horror mientras la batalla rugía ante ellos.

to repel or avoid an attack or undesirable situation

repeler, evitar

repeler, evitar

Ex: The villagers set up a perimeter of fire to ward off wild animals during the night .Los aldeanos establecieron un perímetro de fuego para **ahuyentar** a los animales salvajes durante la noche.

to gradually move away or become distant, often in terms of physical distance or emotional detachment

alejarse, distanciarse

alejarse, distanciarse

Ex: As they grew older , siblings often drift away due to their own families and responsibilities .A medida que crecen, los hermanos a menudo **se alejan** debido a sus propias familias y responsabilidades.

to transfer something to the next generation or another person

transmitir, pasar

transmitir, pasar

Ex: She plans to pass her wedding dress down to her daughter.Ella planea **pasar** su vestido de novia a su hija.

to take something away using a vehicle or transport method, often to remove or relocate it

transportar, retirar

transportar, retirar

Ex: After the event , volunteers helped haul off the equipment and supplies to storage .Después del evento, los voluntarios ayudaron a **llevar** el equipo y los suministros al almacén.
to act on
[Verbo]

to adjust one's actions or behavior based on specific information, ideas, or advice

obedecer a

obedecer a

Ex: Wise investors act on market trends and make informed decisions .Los inversores sabios **actúan en función de** las tendencias del mercado y toman decisiones informadas.

to stop using or having something

abolir

abolir

Ex: As part of the cost-cutting measures , the company chose to do away with certain non-essential services .Como parte de las medidas de reducción de costos, la empresa optó por **prescindir** de ciertos servicios no esenciales.

to start a significant or challenging course of action or journey

embarcarse en

embarcarse en

Ex: They embarked on a major renovation of their home , transforming it into a modern space .Ellos **emprendieron** una renovación importante de su hogar, transformándolo en un espacio moderno.

to fall into pieces or separate

desmoronarse, romperse

desmoronarse, romperse

Ex: The vase broke apart when it fell off the table .El jarrón **se rompió en pedazos** cuando se cayó de la mesa.

to distribute something to a group of people

repartir, distribuir

repartir, distribuir

Ex: She passed the brochures out to the audience.Ella **repartió** los folletos a la audiencia.

to remove or separate unwanted items or elements from a group

filtrar, eliminar

filtrar, eliminar

Ex: His sunglasses have special lenses that filter out harmful UV rays .Sus gafas de sol tienen lentes especiales que **filtran** los rayos UV dañinos.

to say something suddenly

soltar, decir sin pensar

soltar, decir sin pensar

Ex: He accidentally blurted his secret out during the conversation.Él accidentalmente **soltó** su secreto durante la conversación.
to line up
[Verbo]

to stand in a line or row extending in a single direction

ponerse en fila

ponerse en fila

Ex: The cars are lining up at the toll booth to pay the toll .Los coches **hacen cola** en la cabina de peaje para pagar el peaje.

to spend much time in a specific place or with someone particular

andar

andar

Ex: Do you want to hang out after school and grab a bite to eat ?¿Quieres **pasar el rato** después de la escuela y comer algo?

to stop or close off the flow or passage of something

cortar, cerrar

cortar, cerrar

Ex: The city shut off traffic to clear the accident on the highway .La ciudad **cortó** el tráfico para despejar el accidente en la autopista.

to remove something completely

quitar por completo, despojar

quitar por completo, despojar

Ex: After years of neglect , the storm stripped away the roof , leaving the house exposed .Después de años de abandono, la tormenta **arrancó** el techo, dejando la casa expuesta.

to prevent a building or a part of it from falling, by putting large pieces of wood or metal under or against it

apuntalar algo

apuntalar algo

Ex: They shored the weakened wall up with additional beams.Ellos **apuntalaron** el muro debilitado con vigas adicionales.
to set off
[Verbo]

to activate a bomb, an explosive, etc.

activar, hacer explotar

activar, hacer explotar

Ex: The explosion set off a chain reaction , causing widespread damage .La explosión **activó** una reacción en cadena, causando daños generalizados.

to fall or break into pieces as a result of being in an extremely bad condition

deshacerse, caerse a pedazos

deshacerse, caerse a pedazos

Ex: The poorly constructed furniture quickly started to fall apart, with joints loosening and pieces breaking off .Los muebles mal construidos rápidamente comenzaron a **desmoronarse**, con las juntas aflojándose y las piezas rompiéndose.

to become firmly attached to something or someone

aferrarse, agarrarse

aferrarse, agarrarse

Ex: The baby reached out and latched on, gripping the toy with tiny fingers .El bebé extendió la mano y **se aferró**, agarrando el juguete con sus pequeños dedos.
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