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Ang Aklat na Street Talk 2 - Aralin 4

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of the same type as something else or closely resembling it

Ex: I'm not sure if this is what you had in mind, but I drafted a proposal along these lines to get us started.
at large
[pang-uri]

having escaped, especially from confinement

nakawala, tumakas

nakawala, tumakas

front burner
[Pangngalan]

a state of high priority where something is dealt with immediately or given the most attention

pinakamataas na priyoridad, nasa unahan

pinakamataas na priyoridad, nasa unahan

Ex: Her career took the front burner while other plans were set aside .Ang kanyang karera ay naging **pangunahing priyoridad** habang ang ibang mga plano ay isinantabi.
to backfire
[Pandiwa]

to have a result contrary to what one desired or intended

magkaroon ng kabaligtaran na resulta, bumalik

magkaroon ng kabaligtaran na resulta, bumalik

Ex: The strategy to increase sales by raising prices backfired as customers turned to cheaper alternatives .Ang estratehiya na dagdagan ang mga benta sa pamamagitan ng pagtaas ng mga presyo ay **nag-backfire** nang lumipat ang mga customer sa mas murang alternatibo.
bank job
[Pangngalan]

a robbery or heist involving a bank, typically involving the illegal act of stealing money or valuables from a bank

pagnanakaw sa bangko, holdap sa bangko

pagnanakaw sa bangko, holdap sa bangko

Ex: " After the bank job, they went into hiding for months . "Pagkatapos ng **pagnanakaw sa bangko**, nagtago sila nang ilang buwan.
behind bars
[pang-abay]

used to refer to someone who is imprisoned or serving time in prison

sa likod ng rehas, nasa bilangguan

sa likod ng rehas, nasa bilangguan

Ex: After his conviction , he found himself behind bars, facing a lengthy sentence .Pagkatapos ng kanyang hatol, nahanap niya ang kanyang sarili **sa likod ng rehas**, nahaharap sa mahabang sentensya.
capitol hill
[Pangngalan]

a hill in Washington, D.C., where the Capitol Building sits and Congress meets

Bundok ng Capitol, Capitol Hill

Bundok ng Capitol, Capitol Hill

to carry out
[Pandiwa]

to execute a decision, order, or directive

isakatuparan, tuparin

isakatuparan, tuparin

Ex: In times of emergency , the police force must be ready to carry out orders to maintain public safety .Sa panahon ng emerhensya, ang pwersa ng pulisya ay dapat na handa na **isagawa** ang mga utos upang mapanatili ang kaligtasan ng publiko.

make oneself visible; take action

lumabas, umaksiyon

lumabas, umaksiyon

on one's heels
[Parirala]

closely following or pursuing someone or something, often in a persistent or bothersome manner

Ex: He will be on my heels, monitoring my progress and expecting constant updates.
crackdown
[Pangngalan]

a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening

pagsugpo, mahigpit na hakbang

pagsugpo, mahigpit na hakbang

Ex: The crackdown on organized crime gangs resulted in a series of raids and arrests across the city .Ang **paglilitson** sa mga gang ng organisadong krimen ay nagresulta sa isang serye ng mga raid at pag-aresto sa buong lungsod.
crook
[Pangngalan]

someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime

kriminal, manloloko

kriminal, manloloko

cutback
[Pangngalan]

the act of reducing the amount of something

pagbabawas, pagputol

pagbabawas, pagputol

Ex: Environmental cutbacks weakened pollution controls .
to face up to
[Pandiwa]

to confront and deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation directly and courageously

harapin, labanan

harapin, labanan

Ex: As a responsible leader, it's crucial to face up to the challenges and make decisions for the betterment of the team.Bilang isang responsable na lider, mahalaga na **harapin** ang mga hamon at gumawa ng mga desisyon para sa ikabubuti ng koponan.
heist
[Pangngalan]

‌an act of violently stealing something valuable, especially from a shop or bank

pagnanakaw, pagholdap

pagnanakaw, pagholdap

to hinge on
[Pandiwa]

(of an outcome, decision, or situation) to depend entirely on a particular factor or set of circumstances

nakasalalay sa, umiikot sa

nakasalalay sa, umiikot sa

Ex: The success of the event will hinge on the weather cooperating for the outdoor activities .Ang tagumpay ng kaganapan ay **nakasalalay** sa pakikipagtulungan ng panahon para sa mga aktibidad sa labas.

at a time when everyone can witness something

Ex: The murder occurred in broad daylight, leaving witnesses horrified and demanding swift justice for the victim.
to jump-start
[Pandiwa]

start or re-start vigorously

muling simulan nang masigla, simulan nang malakas

muling simulan nang masigla, simulan nang malakas

to knock off
[Pandiwa]

to take something illegally without permission

nakaw, umit

nakaw, umit

Ex: The art heist crew knocked off the museum , stealing priceless paintings .Ang grupo ng pagnanakaw ng sining ay **nagnakaw** sa museo, kumukuha ng mga walang halagang pintura.
to lie in wait
[Parirala]

to secretly wait for the right time to catch or attack an enemy or prey

Ex: The sniper lie in wait for hours , waiting for the enemy to reveal their position .
to nab
[Pandiwa]

to catch someone because they are suspected of doing something wrong

hulihin, dakpin

hulihin, dakpin

Ex: The undercover operation was designed to nab members of the organized crime syndicate .Ang lihim na operasyon ay dinisenyo upang **hulihin** ang mga miyembro ng sindikato ng organisadong krimen.
on shaky ground
[Parirala]

in an uncertain or unstable situation that is likely to fail or collapse

Ex: The scientist's theory is on shaky ground, and further research is needed to confirm or disprove their findings.
on the floor
[Parirala]

used to refer to an idea, proposal, or issue that is formally presented or under discussion in a meeting, especially in a legislative or organizational context

Ex: The issue of employee benefits will on the floor during the meeting tomorrow .

the individuals or groups who hold the most authority or influence in a particular organization, community, or situation

Ex: When it comes to deciding which shows get renewed and which get canceled, the powers that be at the network make the final decision.
private eye
[Pangngalan]

someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information

pribadong detektib, pribadong imbestigador

pribadong detektib, pribadong imbestigador

to shoot down
[Pandiwa]

to be too harsh on someone just to prove that their ideas are wrong or stupid

sirain, mabigat na punahin

sirain, mabigat na punahin

Ex: During the debate , opponents tried to shoot down the candidate 's stance on economic policies .Sa panahon ng debate, sinubukan ng mga kalaban na **ibagsak** ang posisyon ng kandidato sa mga patakaran sa ekonomiya.
to get around
[Pandiwa]

to find a way to overcome a problem or obstacle

makahanap ng paraan, malampasan

makahanap ng paraan, malampasan

Ex: He got around the issue by suggesting a different approach .Na-**lampasan** niya ang isyu sa pamamagitan ng pagmumungkahi ng ibang paraan.
underway
[pang-uri]

currently happening

kasalukuyang nagaganap, nagpapatuloy

kasalukuyang nagaganap, nagpapatuloy

Ex: The preparations for the event are underway, with organizers setting up booths and decorations .Ang mga paghahanda para sa kaganapan ay **nagaganap**, kasama ang mga organizer na nag-aayos ng mga booth at dekorasyon.
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