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Livro Total English - Avançado - Unidade 4 - Referência

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talented
talented
[adjetivo]

possessing a natural skill or ability for something

talentoso, dotado

talentoso, dotado

Ex: The company is looking for talented engineers to join their team. 

A empresa está procurando engenheiros talentosos para se juntar à sua equipe.

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admiration
admiration
[substantivo]

a feeling of much respect for and approval of someone or something

admiração, estima

admiração, estima

Ex: He spoke about his mentor with deep admiration, crediting her for his success and inspiration. 

Ele falou sobre seu mentor com profunda admiração, creditando-a por seu sucesso e inspiração.

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genius
genius
[substantivo]

someone who is very smart or is very skilled in a specific activity

gênio, prodígio

gênio, prodígio

Ex: Many consider Leonardo da Vinci a genius for his contributions to art and science. 

Muitos consideram Leonardo da Vinci um gênio por suas contribuições à arte e à ciência.

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law and order

a state of society where laws are followed, and public safety is maintained

Ex: The government promised to restore law and order after the protests. 
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facts and figures

full and exact information about something

factos e números, dados precisos

factos e números, dados precisos

Ex: During the scientific conference, the speaker shared facts and figures from their study, supporting their hypothesis and conclusions. 

Não sobrecarregues o cliente com factos e números; mantém o resumo simples.

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trial and error

the process of testing a method, an idea, etc. in several ways to achieve the desired outcome

Ex: The team improved the design by trial and error. 
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by and large
by and large
[advérbio]

used to indicate that something is mostly the case or generally true

no geral, em grande parte

no geral, em grande parte

Ex: By and large, the event was well-organized and attended by a diverse group of participants. 

De modo geral, o evento foi bem organizado e contou com a presença de um grupo diversificado de participantes.

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tried and (tested|trusted)

proven to be effective, reliable, or trustworthy through experience, testing, or a history of success

Ex: We used a tried and tested approach to solve the issue efficiently. 
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once and for all

in a way that finalizes and completes the matter at hand

de uma vez por todas, definitivamente

de uma vez por todas, definitivamente

Ex: Once and for all, we must clarify the rules of the game. 

De uma vez por todas, devemos esclarecer as regras do jogo.

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now and again

on occasions that are not regular or frequent

Ex: Now and again, she visits her old hometown to see friends. 
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ready and waiting

fully prepared and available for something that is expected to happen or occur

Ex: The new system was installed and ready and waiting for testing. 
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sick and tired

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

estar farto, irritado ou farto de algo/alguém

estar farto, irritado ou farto de algo/alguém

Ex: They're sick and tired of his laziness. 

Estão todos fartos da preguiça dele.

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antibiotic
antibiotic
[substantivo]

a medicine that kills or stops the growth of bacteria

antibiótico, medicamento antibacteriano

antibiótico, medicamento antibacteriano

Ex: The pharmacy stocked several types of antibiotics. 

A farmácia estocava vários tipos de antibióticos.

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virus
virus
[substantivo]

a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants

vírus

vírus

Ex: Washing your hands can help prevent the spread of viruses. 

Lavar as mãos pode ajudar a prevenir a propagação de vírus.

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cloning
cloning
[substantivo]

the scientific process of creating an identical or near-identical copy of a living organism, cell, or DNA sequence through asexual reproduction or genetic engineering techniques

clonagem

clonagem

Ex: Dolly the sheep was the first mammal created through cloning. 

Dolly a ovelha foi o primeiro mamífero criado através da clonagem.

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mission
mission
[substantivo]

a specific task or duty assigned to an individual or group

missão, tarefa

missão, tarefa

Ex: The company sent him on a mission to expand its market. 

A empresa o enviou em uma missão para expandir seu mercado.

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network
network
[substantivo]

a number of interconnected electronic devices such as computers that form a system so that data can be shared

rede, rede de computadores

rede, rede de computadores

Ex: The city implemented a wireless network to provide free internet access in public spaces. 

A cidade implementou uma rede sem fio para fornecer acesso gratuito à Internet em espaços públicos.

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cell
cell
[substantivo]

an organism's smallest unit, capable of functioning on its own

célula

célula

Ex: The discovery of cells and the development of cell theory by scientists such as Robert Hooke and Theodor Schwann revolutionized our understanding of living organisms. 

A descoberta das células e o desenvolvimento da teoria celular por cientistas como Robert Hooke e Theodor Schwann revolucionaram nossa compreensão dos organismos vivos.

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organ
organ
[substantivo]

any vital part of the body which has a particular function

órgão

órgão

Ex: The brain is the central organ of the nervous system, controlling most bodily functions. 

O órgão é o órgão central do sistema nervoso, controlando a maioria das funções corporais.

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hacker
hacker
[substantivo]

someone who uses computers to illegally access someone else's computer or phone

hacker, pirata informático

hacker, pirata informático

Ex: Hackers often exploit software vulnerabilities to infiltrate computer systems. 

Os hackers frequentemente exploram vulnerabilidades de software para infiltrar sistemas de computador.

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tissue
tissue
[substantivo]

a group of cells in the body of living things, forming their different parts

tecido, tecido celular

tecido, tecido celular

Ex: Adipose tissue, commonly known as fat tissue, stores energy and cushions organs in the body. 

O tecido adiposo, comumente conhecido como tecido adiposo, armazena energia e protege os órgãos do corpo.

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gene
gene
[substantivo]

(genetics) a basic unit of heredity and a sequence of nucleotides in DNA that is located on a chromosome in a cell and controls a particular quality

gene, unidade genética

gene, unidade genética

Ex: The study revealed that some genes could influence intelligence. 

O estudo revelou que alguns genes poderiam influenciar a inteligência.

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test tube
test tube
[substantivo]

a cylindrical glass or plastic tube used to hold, mix, or heat small amounts of liquids or gases in a laboratory setting

tubo de ensaio, proveta

tubo de ensaio, proveta

Ex: I accidentally broke a test tube while cleaning the lab. 

Eu acidentalmente quebrei um tubo de ensaio enquanto limpava o laboratório.

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software
software
[substantivo]

the programs that a computer uses to perform specific tasks

software

software

Ex: He uses accounting software to keep track of his business finances. 

Ele usa software de contabilidade para acompanhar as finanças do seu negócio.

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microchip
microchip
[substantivo]

a small piece of material that is a semiconductor, used to make an integrated circuit

microprocessador, chip

microprocessador, chip

Ex: The new microchip design promises faster processing speeds. 

O novo design do microchip promete velocidades de processamento mais rápidas.

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firewall
firewall
[substantivo]

(computing) a computer program whose task is providing protection against cyber attacks by limiting outside access of data

firewall, corta-fogo

firewall, corta-fogo

Ex: During the network upgrade, the team tested the new firewall to ensure it effectively protected against potential attacks. 

Durante a atualização da rede, a equipe testou o novo firewall para garantir que ele proteja efetivamente contra possíveis ataques.

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scan
scan
[substantivo]

a medical test during which data is obtained by the images produced using a sensing device that examines organs or regions of the body

exame, teste de imagem médica

exame, teste de imagem médica

Ex: The scan results helped the physicians plan the best course of treatment. 

Os resultados da varredura ajudaram os médicos a planejar o melhor tratamento.

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genetic engineering
genetic engineering
[substantivo]

the science or process of deliberately modifying the features of a living organism by changing its genetic information

engenharia genética, manipulação genética

engenharia genética, manipulação genética

Ex: Genetic engineering in medicine has led to the development of personalized therapies that target specific genetic mutations in patients. 

A engenharia genética na medicina levou ao desenvolvimento de terapias personalizadas que visam mutações genéticas específicas em pacientes.

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superbug
superbug
[substantivo]

a type or variety of bacteria or virus that has developed a resistance to multiple types of antibiotics or other treatments, making it difficult to control or eliminate

superbactéria, bactéria multirresistente

superbactéria, bactéria multirresistente

Ex: Without new medications, superbugs could become a serious global health threat. 

Sem novos medicamentos, as superbactérias podem se tornar uma séria ameaça à saúde global.

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to launch
to launch
[verbo]

to start an organized activity or operation

lançar, iniciar

lançar, iniciar

Ex: We are launching the project later today. 

Estamos lançando o projeto mais tarde hoje.

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analysis
analysis
[substantivo]

a methodical examination of the whole structure of something and the relation between its components

análise, exame metódico

análise, exame metódico

Ex: The engineer conducted a thorough analysis of the bridge's structural integrity. 

O engenheiro realizou uma análise minuciosa da integridade estrutural da ponte.

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at a loose end

used to describe someone who has no plans or obligations, often feeling uncertain about how to spend their time

Ex: On days off, she’s often at a loose end, looking for ways to stay productive. 
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to snow under

to overwhelm someone or something with an excessive amount of work, tasks, requests, or messages, often causing a feeling of being stressed

afogar, sobrecarregar

afogar, sobrecarregar

Ex: The unexpected project extensions snowed under the construction crew, leading to overtime and tight deadlines. 

As extensões inesperadas do projeto soterraram a equipe de construção, levando a horas extras e prazos apertados.

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to line up
to line up
[verbo]

to stand in a line or row extending in a single direction

formar uma fila, fazer fila

formar uma fila, fazer fila

Ex: The cars are lining up at the toll booth to pay the toll. 

Os carros estão fazendo fila no pedágio para pagar o pedágio.

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tied up
tied up
[adjetivo]

occupied or unavailable due to being busy, engaged, or involved in some activity or task

ocupado, atarefado

ocupado, atarefado

Ex: The employees were too tied up with paperwork to take a break. 

Os funcionários estavam muito atarefados com a papelada para fazer uma pausa.

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to fall through

(of a deal, plan, arrangement, etc.) to fail to happen or be completed

fracassar, cair por terra

fracassar, cair por terra

Ex: The negotiations between the two companies began to fall through over disagreements on contract terms. 

As negociações entre as duas empresas começaram a fracassar devido a desacordos sobre os termos do contrato.

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to go ahead

to initiate an action or task, particularly when someone has granted permission or in spite of doubts or opposition

seguir em frente, avançar

seguir em frente, avançar

Ex: The homeowner is excited to go ahead with the renovation plans for the kitchen. 

O proprietário está animado para avançar com os planos de renovação da cozinha.

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to get out of

to escape a responsibility

escapar de, evadir

escapar de, evadir

Ex: I can’t believe you got out of jury duty! 

Não acredito que você escapou do dever de júri!

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to call off

to cancel what has been planned

cancelar, adiar

cancelar, adiar

Ex: The coach called the practice session off due to heavy rain. 

O treinador cancelou a sessão de treino devido à chuva forte.

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to wind down

to relax after a period of stress or excitement, often by engaging in soothing activities

relaxar, descontrair

relaxar, descontrair

Ex: They recommend winding down before sleep by dimming the lights and avoiding screens. 

Eles recomendam relaxar antes de dormir diminuindo as luzes e evitando telas.

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to crop up
to crop up
[verbo]

to appear or arise unexpectedly, often referring to a problem, issue, or situation that was not previously anticipated or planned for

surgir, aparecer

surgir, aparecer

Ex: The car broke down on the highway, and various issues cropped up, making the journey more challenging. 

O carro quebrou na estrada, e vários problemas surgiram, tornando a viagem mais desafiadora.

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to [put] {one's} foot up

to elevate one's foot in order to rest or relax

Ex: After a busy day at work, he likes to put his feet up with a cup of tea. 
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gifted
gifted
[adjetivo]

having a natural talent, intelligence, or ability in a particular area or skill

dotado, talentoso

dotado, talentoso

Ex: The gifted athlete excels in multiple sports, demonstrating remarkable skill and agility. 

O atleta dotado se destaca em vários esportes, demonstrando habilidade e agilidade notáveis.

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prodigy
prodigy
[substantivo]

a person, typically a child, who demonstrates exceptional talent or ability in a particular area, often beyond what is considered normal for their age

prodígio, criança prodígio

prodígio, criança prodígio

Ex: The art world celebrated the child prodigy, whose paintings sold for thousands. 

O mundo da arte celebrou a criança prodígio, cujas pinturas foram vendidas por milhares.

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adulation
adulation
[substantivo]

excessive and sometimes insincere praise for someone, often to the point of worship

adulacao,  culto à personalidade

adulacao, culto à personalidade

Ex: The adulation heaped upon the celebrity made her uncomfortable at times, as she preferred genuine connections over superficial praise. 

A adulacao direcionada à celebridade às vezes a deixava desconfortável, pois ela preferia conexões genuínas em vez de elogios superficiais.

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peer
peer
[substantivo]

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

par, igual

par, igual

Ex: Despite being new to the company, she quickly established herself as a peer to her colleagues through hard work and expertise. 

Apesar de ser nova na empresa, ela rapidamente se estabeleceu como uma par entre seus colegas através de trabalho árduo e expertise.

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demanding
demanding
[adjetivo]

(of a task) needing great effort, skill, etc.

exigente, árduo

exigente, árduo

Ex: His demanding schedule made it difficult to find time for rest. 

Sua agenda exigente tornava difícil encontrar tempo para descansar.

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freak
freak
[substantivo]

a person, animal, or plant that is abnormal or unusual in appearance or behavior, often considered a curiosity or an oddity

monstro, fenômeno

monstro, fenômeno

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abnormal
abnormal
[adjetivo]

different from what is usual or expected

anormal, incomum

anormal, incomum

Ex: His abnormal reaction to the medication prompted the doctor to change the dosage. 

Sua reação anormal à medicação levou o médico a alterar a dosagem.

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in the making

not yet completed, but is currently in the process of being made or developed

Ex: His new book is a masterpiece in the making. 
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aches and pains

general discomfort or soreness in various parts of the body

Ex: She complained of aches and pains in her joints as the weather got colder. 
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out and about
out and about
[advérbio]

out of the house or office, and actively engaged in various activities, especially outdoors

fora e ativo, passeando

fora e ativo, passeando

Ex: The doctor advised him to rest, but he was already out and about by the afternoon. 

O médico aconselhou-o a descansar, mas ele já estava fora e ativo à tarde.

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to [be] up to something

to be involved in a particular activity or to be planning something, often with a sense of secrecy or suspicion

Ex: The sudden burst of creativity in her artwork signaled that she was up to something extraordinary in her studio. 
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