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each of two or more words with the same spelling or pronunciation that vary in meaning and origin

homônimo

(grammar) one of two or more words with the same pronunciation that differ in meaning, spelling or origin

homófono

to carefully look at something

examinando algo

to pay attention and become aware of a particular thing or person

percebendo algo

to recognize and mentally separate two things, people, etc.

distinguir

a person of the same age, social status, or capability as another specified individual

igual

to look closely or attentively at something, often in an effort to see or understand it better

espreitar

a long platform built from the shore into the sea that people can go for entertainment or a walk

pier

to have a sudden or complete understanding of a fact or situation

percebendo algo

to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

arregalar

to allow the presence of an unpleasant person, thing, or situation without complaining or giving up

to open and close the eyes quickly and for a brief moment

piscar

a steady and sharp stare that conveys anger, disapproval, or hostility

olhar penetrante

to recognize the difference present between two people or things

distinguir

to notice or discover something that is difficult to find

descobrindo algo

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

considerar alguém ou algo importante

a challenge or circumstance, typically encountered while trying to reach a goal or finish something

dificuldade

involving or describing the whole of something

inteiro

to have a specific flavor

tendo um gosto particular

to express something verbally or in written form

proferir

having a large length from side to side

largo

the act of breathing noisily, especially when one has a cold or respiratory illness

fungar

to breathe through one's nose and mouth in a noisy way while asleep

roncar

to speak very softly or quietly, usually to avoid being overheard by others who are nearby

sussurrando

to try to find the truth about a crime, accident, etc. by carefully examining its facts

investigando algo