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Competenze Lessicali SAT 6 - lezione 45

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lassie
[sostantivo]

a casual and affectionate term for a girl or young woman

ragazza, fanciulla

ragazza, fanciulla

Ex: lassie giggled as she played with her friends in the park .
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laddie
[sostantivo]

an affectionate and informal term used to refer to a young boy

ragazzino, piccolo ragazzo

ragazzino, piccolo ragazzo

Ex: The laddie stood up to the bully to protect his younger sister
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doe
[sostantivo]

a female mammal such as a deer or rabbit

cerva

cerva

Ex: The hunters admired the beauty of doe from a distance , respecting her place in the wild .
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ration
[sostantivo]

a fixed amount of something that is officially allowed to each person during a particular time, especially during a war or other period of shortage

razione, quota

razione, quota

Ex: Sugar and flour were placed ration during the economic crisis .
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nexus
[sostantivo]

a closely connected group of people, things, or ideas

nexus, nodo

nexus, nodo

Ex: The novel 's plot intricately weaves together nexus of characters , events , and themes , creating a rich tapestry of storytelling .
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stratagem
[sostantivo]

a clever or cunning maneuver designed to achieve a particular end

stratagemma, inganno

stratagemma, inganno

Ex: The scientist developed stratagem to conduct a complex experiment with limited resources .
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kinfolk
[sostantivo]

family or relatives collectively

parenti, familiari

parenti, familiari

Ex: In times of need , kinfolk are always there to offer support and encouragement .
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bourgeois
[sostantivo]

someone who belongs to the middle class and is often seen as having conventional or materialistic attitudes

borghese, borghesia

borghese, borghesia

Ex: bourgeois often prioritize financial security and material possessions over other aspects of life .
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scourge
[sostantivo]

a person who brings widespread suffering or devastation

flagello, punizione

flagello, punizione

Ex: The tyrannical monarch was seen as scourge by the people , imposing harsh laws and punishing dissent with brutality .
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barb
[sostantivo]

a sharp or pointed remark that is intended to criticize or upset someone

ferita, punta

ferita, punta

Ex: The comedian 's jokes were often laced barbs aimed at poking fun at societal norms .
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flotsam
[sostantivo]

the wreckage from a ship or its cargo that floats on the surface of the water or is washed ashore by the sea

relitti, scarti

relitti, scarti

Ex: The artist created sculptures flotsam collected from the beach as a commentary on environmental degradation .
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brogan
[sostantivo]

a sturdy type of work shoe that covers the ankle and is often made of leather

brogan, stivale da lavoro

brogan, stivale da lavoro

Ex: In rural areas , farmers often brogans for their resilience in harsh conditions .
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earthenware
[sostantivo]

a type of pottery that is made from clay that is fired at relatively low temperatures, resulting in a porous, rustic, and often glazed ceramic material

terracotta, ceramica di argilla

terracotta, ceramica di argilla

Ex: During the pottery class , students learned how to create and glaze their earthenware pieces .
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plea
[sostantivo]

(law) a formal statement made by someone confirming or denying their accusation

supplica

supplica

Ex: The defense attorney argued for a reduction in charges based on the plea bargain negotiated with the prosecution.
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yoke
[sostantivo]

a wooden frame or piece of equipment worn over the shoulders and neck to carry or support heavy loads

giogo, collo

giogo, collo

Ex: Farmers employed oxen fitted with yoke to pull heavy wagons loaded with crops to market .
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stealth
[sostantivo]

the ability to move or act in a secretive or inconspicuous manner, often to avoid being noticed or detected by others

furtività, discrezione

furtività, discrezione

Ex: The military aircraft employed advanced stealth technology to avoid detection by enemy radar.
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avatar
[sostantivo]

(Hindu mythology) a deity's manifestation or incarnation in earthly form, often to fulfill a particular purpose or mission

incarnazione, manifestazione

incarnazione, manifestazione

Ex: Devotees avatars through rituals , prayers , and ceremonies to seek blessings and spiritual guidance .
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ode
[sostantivo]

a lyric poem, written in varied or irregular metrical form, for a particular object, person, or concept

ode

ode

Ex: ode was filled with elaborate metaphors and vivid imagery .
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plaudit
[sostantivo]

public or formal expressions of praise or approval

applauso, elogio

applauso, elogio

Ex: The artist's unique artistic vision has earned her numerous plaudits and awards.
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menace
[sostantivo]

something that feels like it could cause harm or trouble, making people worried or uneasy

minaccia, dannazione

minaccia, dannazione

Ex: The criminal organization was considered menace to society , causing widespread fear and unrest in the community .
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