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Il libro Insight - Intermedio Superiore - Unità 6 - 6A

Qui troverai il vocabolario dell'Unità 6 - 6A nel libro di corso Insight Upper-Intermediate, come "agenda", "delve", "credibilità", ecc.

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agenda
agenda
[sostantivo]

a list or set of matters, tasks, or aims that need attention or action

agenda

agenda

Ex: Daniel's agenda for the week includes finishing the report and meeting two clients. 
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to expose
to expose
[Verbo]

to put someone or something in a position in which they are vulnerable or are at risk

esporre, mettere a rischio

esporre, mettere a rischio

Ex: The controversial decision exposes the company to potential legal challenges. 
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corruption
corruption
[sostantivo]

dishonest or illegal conduct, especially by people who hold positions of power or authority

corruzione

corruzione

Ex: The reforms were intended to reduce corruption in public institutions. 
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to trace
to trace
[Verbo]

to find someone or something, often by following a series of clues or evidence

tracciare

tracciare

Ex: The investigators recently traced the counterfeit money to a local printing shop. 
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source
source
[sostantivo]

a place or thing from which something originates or begins

fonte

fonte

Ex: Sunlight is the source of energy for plants. 
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to spread
to spread
[Verbo]

to extend or increase in influence or effect over a larger area or group of people

diffondere

diffondere

Ex: The new trend spread rapidly among young people. 
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rumor
rumor
[sostantivo]

an unverified story or piece of information that spreads from person to person

voce,  pettegolezzo

voce, pettegolezzo

Ex: Jake refused to believe the rumor until he heard the news from a reliable source. 
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to fall for

to be deceived or tricked by someone or something

cascare

cascare

Ex: In the world of online dating, it's essential to be cautious and not easily fall for someone's charming online persona. 

Nel mondo degli appuntamenti online, è essenziale essere cauti e non cadere facilmente per il personaggio affascinante di qualcuno online.

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scam
scam
[sostantivo]

a dishonest or illegal way of gaining money

truffa, frode

truffa, frode

Ex: The company was exposed for running a scam that defrauded thousands of customers. 

L'azienda è stata smascherata per aver gestito una truffa che ha defraudato migliaia di clienti.

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lack
lack
[sostantivo]

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

mancanza

mancanza

Ex: The community faced a severe lack of healthcare resources. 
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credibility
credibility
[sostantivo]

a quality that renders a thing or person as trustworthy or believable

credibilità

credibilità

Ex: The organization’s credibility was damaged by the scandal, leading to a loss of public trust. 

La credibilità dell'organizzazione è stata danneggiata dallo scandalo, portando a una perdita di fiducia pubblica.

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viral
viral
[aggettivo]

(of a video, picture, piece of news, etc.) shared quickly on social media among a lot of Internet users

virale

virale

Ex: The dance challenge video posted by the celebrity went viral, inspiring fans to create their own versions and share them online. 

Il video della sfida di ballo pubblicato dalla celebrità è diventato virale, ispirando i fan a creare le proprie versioni e condividerle online.

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headline
headline
[sostantivo]

the title of a newspaper or news article, usually printed prominently above it

titolo

titolo

Ex: The editor changed the headline to make it clearer. 
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hoax
hoax
[sostantivo]

a deceptive act or scheme intended to trick people

truffa

truffa

Ex: The museum displayed a supposed ancient artifact that was later exposed as a hoax. 

Il museo ha esposto un presunto antico manufatto che in seguito è stato smascherato come una bufala.

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armed
armed
[aggettivo]

equipped with weapons or firearms

armato

armato

Ex: The SWAT team arrived at the scene armed with tactical gear and assault rifles, prepared for a high-risk operation. 

La squadra SWAT è arrivata sulla scena armata con equipaggiamento tattico e fucili d'assalto, pronta per un'operazione ad alto rischio.

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to scramble

to move quickly and with urgency, often in a disorderly manner

affrettarsi, scramblare

affrettarsi, scramblare

Ex: In the aftermath of the earthquake, residents had to scramble to find temporary shelter and basic necessities. 

In seguito al terremoto, i residenti hanno dovuto affrettarsi per trovare un rifugio temporaneo e le necessità di base.

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to delve
to delve
[Verbo]

to dig into the ground, turning, loosening, or removing soil

scavare, rovistare

scavare, rovistare

Ex: He delved into the soil, searching for buried treasure. 

Egli scavò nel terreno, alla ricerca di un tesoro sepolto.

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rigged
rigged
[aggettivo]

dishonestly arranged or manipulated to produce a desired outcome

truccato, manipolato

truccato, manipolato

Ex: Many people were angry about the rigged competition. 

Molte persone erano arrabbiate per la competizione truccata.

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cover-up
cover-up
[sostantivo]

an attempt to conceal something, often an illegal or unethical action or situation

copertura

copertura

Ex: The politician’s involvement in the scandal was part of a larger cover-up by the government. 

Il coinvolgimento del politico nello scandalo faceva parte di un più ampio insabbiamento da parte del governo.

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accountability
accountability
[sostantivo]

the obligation to take responsibility for one's actions or decisions and to explain or justify them when required

responsabilità

responsabilità

Ex: The reforms introduced stronger mechanisms for public accountability. 
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vulnerable
vulnerable
[aggettivo]

able to be physically harmed or wounded

vulnerabile

vulnerabile

Ex: The stray dog, injured and alone, appeared vulnerable on the streets. 

Il cane randagio, ferito e solo, appariva vulnerabile per le strade.

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devastated
devastated
[aggettivo]

experiencing great shock or sadness

devast

devast

Ex: The team was devastated after losing the championship game in the final seconds, their dreams shattered. 

La squadra era devastata dopo aver perso la partita del campionato negli ultimi secondi, i loro sogni infranti.

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riddle
riddle
[sostantivo]

a guessing game that involves at least two players in which participants ask a question that has a surprising or clever answer

indovinello, enigma

indovinello, enigma

Ex: He solved the riddle after thinking for a long time. 

Ha risolto l'indovinello dopo aver pensato a lungo.

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gem
gem
[sostantivo]

a precious or semi-precious piece of stone cut and polished to make items of jewelry

gemma

gemma

Ex: The museum displayed an ancient crown adorned with gems. 

Il museo ha esposto un'antica corona adornata con gemme.

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to ban
to ban
[Verbo]

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

bandire

bandire

Ex: The international community came together to ban the trade of ivory. 
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plea
plea
[sostantivo]

a formal answer given in court to a criminal charge, stating whether the accused is guilty or not guilty

supplica

supplica

Ex: The court accepted her plea and scheduled sentencing for the following month. 
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bid
bid
[sostantivo]

a determined effort or proposal to achieve a goal, win something, or gain favor

tentativo

tentativo

Ex: The artist's bid for recognition came through a viral campaign. 
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to quit
to quit
[Verbo]

to stop engaging in an activity permanently

lasciare, abbandonare

lasciare, abbandonare

Ex: After ten years in the company, she chose to quit and start her own business. 

Dopo dieci anni nell'azienda, ha scelto di lasciare e avviare la propria attività.

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to vow
to vow
[Verbo]

to make a sincere promise to do or not to do something particular

voto

voto

Ex: The soldier vowed allegiance to their country and swore to defend it with their life. 

Il soldato giurò fedeltà al proprio paese e promise di difenderlo a costo della vita.

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to curb
to curb
[Verbo]

to lessen the intensity of something or keep it under control, often through restraint or inhibition

reprimere, contenere

reprimere, contenere

Ex: The therapist taught him techniques to curb his anxiety in stressful situations. 

Il terapeuta gli ha insegnato delle tecniche per frenare la sua ansia nelle situazioni stressanti.

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to attempt
to attempt
[Verbo]

to try to complete or do something difficult

tentare

tentare

Ex: The company has attempted various marketing strategies to boost sales. 
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to control
to control
[Verbo]

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

conrollare

conrollare

Ex: Political leaders strive to control policies that impact the welfare of the citizens. 
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mystery
mystery
[sostantivo]

something that cannot be understood or explained because important facts are unknown

mistero

mistero

Ex: Her sudden disappearance became a mystery for the whole town. 
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promise
promise
[sostantivo]

an assurance or declaration indicating the possible success or occurrence of something in the future

promessa, prospettiva

promessa, prospettiva

Ex: The partnership with a reputable firm holds promise for significant growth and expansion. 
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to prohibit

to formally forbid something from being done, particularly by law

proibire

proibire

Ex: The regulations prohibit parking in front of fire hydrants to ensure easy access for emergency vehicles. 

I regolamenti vietano di parcheggiare davanti alle idranti per garantire un facile accesso ai veicoli di emergenza.

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to request
to request
[Verbo]

to ask for something politely or formally

chiedere

chiedere

Ex: The boss requested that all employees attend the mandatory training session. 
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to resign
to resign
[Verbo]

to officially announce one's departure from a job, position, etc.

lasciare

lasciare

Ex: They resigned from the committee in protest of the decision. 
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