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stand-alone
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(indipendente)

(indipendente)

autonomo

capable of operating independently or functioning without the need for additional support or connection

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The stand-alone device functions without needing an internet connection.
She bought a stand-alone air conditioner for her apartment.
building site
building site
sostantivo
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/bˈɪldɪŋ sˈaɪt/
cantiere

cantiere

an area where construction activities take place, involving the creation or renovation of structures

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slum
slum
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baraccopoli

baraccopoli

(often plural) a very poor and overpopulated area of a city or town in which the houses are not in good condition

tenement
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(edificio popolare)

(edificio popolare)

condominio

a large building consisting of several apartments, particularly in a poor neighborhood

What is a "tenement"?

A tenement is a large building that is divided into multiple small apartments or units, usually for people with low incomes. These buildings are often found in crowded urban areas and are typically older, sometimes poorly maintained, with basic amenities. Tenements were originally built to provide affordable housing for working-class families, but they are sometimes associated with poor living conditions, such as limited space, inadequate plumbing, or insufficient lighting. Despite these challenges, tenements remain an important form of housing in many cities around the world.

congested
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(affollato)

(affollato)

congestionato

Disapproving

(of a place) filled with many people, vehicles, or objects, leading to difficulties in movement

thoroughfare
thoroughfare
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(strada principale)

(strada principale)

arteria

a road, street, or passage that provides a direct route or passage for vehicles, pedestrians, or both

What is a "thoroughfare"?

A thoroughfare is a main road or pathway that allows for the passage of vehicles or people between different areas. It is usually a wide, well-traveled route that connects towns, cities, or other significant locations. Thoroughfares are important for transportation, as they provide access to various places and help ease the flow of traffic. They are often busy roads with multiple lanes or paths designed to accommodate large volumes of vehicles or pedestrians. Thoroughfares can be highways, major streets, or any other key routes that link different parts of a region.

urban
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urbano

urbano

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

infrastructure
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(struttura di base)

(struttura di base)

infrastruttura

the basic physical structures and systems that support and enable the functioning of a society or organization, such as roads and bridges

sewage system
sostantivo
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/sˈuːɪdʒ sˈɪstəm/
(rete fognaria)

(rete fognaria)

sistema fognario

a system of pipes and facilities that collect and process dirty water and waste from buildings and house

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dweller
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(residenti)

(residenti)

abitante

a person or animal that resides in a particular place or habitat

plight
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situazione

situazione

an unpleasant, sad, or difficult situation

crisis
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crisi

crisi

a period of serious difficulty or danger that requires immediate action

pitfall
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insidia

insidia

an unexpected or hidden difficulty or danger

remedy
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rimedio

rimedio

a means of correcting or eliminating a problem, harm, or undesirable situation

quick fix
quick fix
sostantivo
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/kwˈɪk fˈɪks/
(aggiustamento veloce)

(aggiustamento veloce)

soluzione temporanea

Idiom

an immediate solution that offers temporary relief or improvement to a problem without addressing the root cause

What is the origin of the idiom "quick fix" and when to use it?

The idiom "quick fix" originates from the idea of finding a simple, immediate solution or remedy to a problem or challenge. It is often used to describe a temporary or expedient solution that may not address the root causes of an issue but offers a rapid resolution.

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panacea
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panacea

panacea

a comprehensive solution that is believed to tackle every issue

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to tackle
to tackle
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affrontare

affrontare

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

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to alleviate
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(mitigare)

(mitigare)

alleviare

to help ease mental or physical pain

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to resolve
to resolve
Verbo
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risolvere

risolvere

to find a way to solve a disagreement or issue

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