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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Cautela, Giudizio e Consapevolezza

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

to quickly turn a disadvantageous circumstance into a beneficial one

Ex: She was initially behind in the competition, but her determination and hard work helped her turn the tables and win the championship.
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more than one skill or plan to increase chances of success

Ex: The athlete developed two strings to his bow by training in both sprinting and long jump.
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to indulge in aimless daydreaming, often drifting away from reality or practical concerns

sognare ad occhi aperti, divagare

sognare ad occhi aperti, divagare

Ex: I tend to woolgather when I 'm bored or tired .Tendo a **sognare ad occhi aperti** quando sono annoiato o stanco.
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woolgathering
[sostantivo]

the act or state of being lost in fanciful thought

sognare ad occhi aperti, divagazione mentale

sognare ad occhi aperti, divagazione mentale

Ex: Their conversation veered into woolgathering, full of whimsical what-ifs .La loro conversazione è deviata verso il **sognare ad occhi aperti**, pieno di capricciosi 'e se'.
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pensive
[aggettivo]

reflective and thoughtful, often with a hint of melancholy and sadness

pensieroso, malinconico

pensieroso, malinconico

Ex: During the meeting , he wore a pensive look , clearly absorbed in contemplating the complex issues at hand .Durante la riunione, aveva un'aria **pensierosa**, chiaramente assorto nella contemplazione dei complessi problemi a portata di mano.
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portent
[sostantivo]

a sign or indication of what is to come, especially something unfortunate

presagio, augurio

presagio, augurio

Ex: The ancient prophecy was regarded as a portent of the kingdom 's downfall if left unheeded .L'antica profezia era considerata un **presagio** della caduta del regno se ignorata.
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to presage
[Verbo]

to serve as a sign or warning of a future event

presagire, preannunciare

presagire, preannunciare

Ex: The unusual behavior of wildlife presaged the earthquake that followed .Il comportamento insolito della fauna selvatica **presagiva** il terremoto che seguì.
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to bode
[Verbo]

to be an omen or indication of a future outcome, often suggesting something negative or ominous

presagire, augurare

presagire, augurare

Ex: Her absence from the team meetings has boded poorly for her chances of promotion .La sua assenza dalle riunioni della squadra ha **preannunciato** male per le sue possibilità di promozione.
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augury
[sostantivo]

a sign, omen, or event interpreted as foretelling future outcomes, often fateful ones

augurio, presagio

augurio, presagio

Ex: The villagers took the unexpected migration of birds as an augury of an impending natural disaster .Il suo sogno fu preso come un **augurio** di successo.
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a clear sign that something unfortunate is going to happen

Ex: They ignored the writing on the wall and were surprised by the business failure.
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on the lookout, especially for danger, opportunity, or unexpected events

Ex: Investors are on the qui vive for market shifts.
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leery
[aggettivo]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

diffidente, sospettoso

diffidente, sospettoso

Ex: They were leery of the unfamiliar territory and decided to stay cautious .Erano diffidenti del territorio sconosciuto e decisero di rimanere cauti.
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chary
[aggettivo]

afraid and cautious of the possible outcomes of an action, thus reluctant to take risks or action

cauto

cauto

Ex: Although interested , he remained chary about signing the contract without further review .Sebbene interessato, rimase **cauto** nel firmare il contratto senza un ulteriore esame.
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to carefully examine something and judge its value, often in terms of money or quality

valutare,  stimare

valutare, stimare

Ex: The antique dealer appraises the old furniture to determine its value .L'antiquario **valuta** i mobili antichi per determinarne il valore.
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to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

accertare, determinare

accertare, determinare

Ex: We are ascertaining the availability of resources .Stiamo **accertando** la disponibilità delle risorse.
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a hope or wish that cannot be realized or fulfilled

Ex: Hoping to become a famous singer without singing a note is like building a castle in the air; it requires hard work and dedication.
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volition
[sostantivo]

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

volontà

volontà

Ex: Despite the challenges , she faced them with determination and volition, refusing to give up on her goals .Nonostante le sfide, le ha affrontate con determinazione e **volontà**, rifiutando di rinunciare ai suoi obiettivi.
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gingerly
[avverbio]

in a very careful or cautious manner, especially to avoid harm or discomfort

cautamente, con prudenza

cautamente, con prudenza

Ex: They gingerly lifted the injured bird from the ground .Hanno sollevato **delicatamente** l'uccello ferito da terra.
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intently
[avverbio]

in a way that shows close focus, deep concentration, or eager attention to something

attentamente, con attenzione

attentamente, con attenzione

Ex: She studied the map intently before making her move .Ha studiato la mappa **attentamente** prima di fare la sua mossa.
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vigil
[sostantivo]

a period of watchfulness, often maintained to protect, monitor, or await something significant

una veglia, una sorveglianza

una veglia, una sorveglianza

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