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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Cautela, Julgamento e Consciência

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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

sonhar acordado, divagar

sonhar acordado, divagar

Ex: I tend to woolgather when I 'm bored or tired .Tenho a tendência de **sonhar acordado** quando estou entediado ou cansado.
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woolgathering
[substantivo]

the act or state of being lost in fanciful thought

devaneio, sonhar acordado

devaneio, sonhar acordado

Ex: Their conversation veered into woolgathering, full of whimsical what-ifs .A conversa deles desviou para o **devaneio**, cheio de 'e se' caprichosos.
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pensive
[adjetivo]

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

pensativo, melancólico

pensativo, melancólico

Ex: During the meeting , he wore a pensive look , clearly absorbed in contemplating the complex issues at hand .Durante a reunião, ele tinha um olhar **pensativo**, claramente absorto em contemplar os problemas complexos em mãos.
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portent
[substantivo]

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

presságio, augúrio

presságio, augúrio

Ex: The ancient prophecy was regarded as a portent of the kingdom 's downfall if left unheeded .A antiga profecia era considerada um **presságio** da queda do reino se fosse ignorada.
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to presage
[verbo]

to serve as a sign or warning of a future event

pressagiar, anunciar

pressagiar, anunciar

Ex: The unusual behavior of wildlife presaged the earthquake that followed .O comportamento incomum da vida selvagem **pressagiava** o terremoto que se seguiu.
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to bode
[verbo]

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

pressagiar, augurar

pressagiar, augurar

Ex: Her absence from the team meetings has boded poorly for her chances of promotion .Sua ausência nas reuniões de equipe **pressagiou** mal para suas chances de promoção.
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augury
[substantivo]

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

augúrio, presságio

augúrio, presságio

Ex: The villagers took the unexpected migration of birds as an augury of an impending natural disaster .Seu sonho foi tomado como um **presságio** de sucesso.
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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
[adjetivo]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

desconfiado, suspeito

desconfiado, suspeito

Ex: They were leery of the unfamiliar territory and decided to stay cautious .Eles estavam **desconfiados** do território desconhecido e decidiram permanecer cautelosos.
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chary
[adjetivo]

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

cauteloso, receoso

cauteloso, receoso

Ex: Although interested , he remained chary about signing the contract without further review .Embora interessado, ele permaneceu **cauteloso** em assinar o contrato sem uma revisão adicional.
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to carefully examine something and judge its value, often in terms of money or quality

avaliar,  estimar

avaliar, estimar

Ex: The antique dealer appraises the old furniture to determine its value .O antiquário **avalia** os móveis antigos para determinar o seu valor.
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to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

determinar, averiguar

determinar, averiguar

Ex: We are ascertaining the availability of resources .Estamos **verificando** a disponibilidade dos recursos.
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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
[substantivo]

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

vontade, livre arbítrio

vontade, livre arbítrio

Ex: Despite the challenges , she faced them with determination and volition, refusing to give up on her goals .Apesar dos desafios, ela os enfrentou com determinação e **vontade**, recusando-se a desistir de seus objetivos.
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gingerly
[advérbio]

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

cautelosamente, com cuidado

cautelosamente, com cuidado

Ex: They gingerly lifted the injured bird from the ground .Eles levantaram **cuidadosamente** o pássaro ferido do chão.
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intently
[advérbio]

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

atentamente, com atenção

atentamente, com atenção

Ex: She studied the map intently before making her move .Ela estudou o mapa **atentamente** antes de fazer sua jogada.
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vigil
[substantivo]

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

uma vigília, uma vigilância

uma vigília, uma vigilância

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