ESL Words 2023 Flashcards
(188 cards)
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Asexuality
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Asexuality: Lack of sexual attraction to others or interest in sexual activities.
Synonyms: Nonsexual, celibate, abstinent, unsexual, platonic
Example: “Some people identify as asexual, meaning they are not sexually attracted to anyone.”
PT= Assexualidade, celibato, abstinência
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Rubbing
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Rubbing: The action of pressing or being pressed against something with a circular or back-and-forth motion.
Synonyms: Friction, chafing, scouring, buffing, grinding
Example: “The rubbing of your hands together creates heat.”
PT= Atrito, fricção, esfregação, polimento
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Penthouse
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Penthouse: An apartment or flat on the top floor of a tall building.
Synonyms: Loft, flat, apartment, rooftop suite, top-floor residence
Example: “The penthouse offers a breathtaking view of the city.”
PT= Cobertura, apartamento de cobertura, sótão, último andar
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Oblige
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Oblige: To make someone feel morally or legally bound to do something.
Synonyms: Compel, coerce, necessitate, constrain, bind
Example: “He felt obliged to help his neighbor.”
PT= Obrigar, compelir, forçar, constranger
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Ranked
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Ranked: Positioned in a scale or list according to quality, importance, etc.
Synonyms: Rated, classified, ordered, graded, arranged
Example: “She is ranked among the top athletes in her sport.”
PT= Classificado, ordenado, graduado, avaliado
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Viewership
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Viewership: The number or type of people who watch a particular TV program.
Synonyms: Audience, following, spectators, fan base, watcher numbers
Example: “The viewership for the show has been increasing.”
PT= Audiência, telespectadores, seguidores, público
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Dispel
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Dispel: To drive away or cause to vanish, usually an idea or feeling.
Synonyms: Disperse, banish, eliminate, scatter, clear
Example: “She dispelled any doubts we had about the project.”
PT= Dissipar, dispersar, afastar, eliminar
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Is on Track
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Is on Track: Following a course that leads to a desired result.
Synonyms: On course, progressing well, going as planned, on schedule, on target
Example: “The project is on track to be completed on time.”
PT= No caminho certo, no rumo certo, no prazo, encaminhado
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To Eclipse
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To Eclipse: To overshadow or surpass.
Synonyms: Outshine, surpass, outdo, outclass, overshadow
Example: “The sequel eclipsed the success of the first movie.”
PT= Ofuscar, eclipsar, superar, ultrapassar
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Ahead of the Curve
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Ahead of the Curve: More advanced than the current standard or trend.
Synonyms: Cutting-edge, avant-garde, pioneering, progressive, leading
Example: “Their new software is ahead of the curve in terms of innovation.”
PT= À frente do tempo, inovador, pioneiro, vanguardista
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To Corner the Market
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To Corner the Market: To gain control over a particular market or product.
Synonyms: Monopolize, dominate, control, take over, command
Example: “The company has cornered the market in electric cars.”
PT= Dominar o mercado, monopolizar, controlar
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Raise the Bar
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Raise the Bar: To set higher standards or expectations.
Synonyms: Elevate standards, heighten expectations, set a higher benchmark, up the ante, escalate
Example: “He really raised the bar with his latest performance.”
PT= Elevar o padrão, aumentar as expectativas, subir a fasquia
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Against the Clock
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Against the Clock: Having a limited amount of time to do something.
Synonyms: In a rush, pressed for time, on a deadline, time-sensitive, under time pressure
Example: “They worked against the clock to finish the project.”
PT= Contra o tempo, com o tempo contado, sob pressão de tempo
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Head to Head
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Head to Head: In direct competition or confrontation.
Synonyms: Toe to toe, one-on-one, face-to-face, directly, mano a mano
Example: “The two teams will go head to head in the final match.”
PT= Cara a cara, frente a frente, um contra um, em confronto direto
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Gap Year
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Gap Year: A year taken off, usually between high school and college, for travel, work, or other experiences.
Synonyms: Sabbatical, hiatus, time off, intermission, break year
Example: “She took a gap year to volunteer in Africa.”
PT= Ano sabático, ano de intervalo, ano fora, ano livre
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Thermos Bottle
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Thermos Bottle: A container that keeps liquids hot or cold for an extended period.
Synonyms: Flask, vacuum bottle, insulated bottle, thermal bottle, hot-and-cold container
Example: “I always bring a thermos bottle of coffee to work.”
PT= Garrafa térmica, termo, frasco térmico, recipiente térmico
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Ailments
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Ailments
Definition: Physical or mental conditions that cause discomfort or illness.
Synonyms: Illness, malady, disorder, affliction, condition
Example: “Many people suffer from common ailments like colds and headaches.”
PT: doenças, enfermidades, males, distúrbios, aflições
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Append
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Append
Definition: To add something at the end of a document or piece of writing.
Synonyms: Add, attach, affix, annex, supplement
Example: “Please append your signature at the end of the contract.”
PT: anexar, acrescentar, adicionar, juntar, apensar
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As the wake of
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As the wake of
Definition: Following or as a result of something, especially an event that has a big impact.
Synonyms: In the aftermath, consequent to, subsequent to, ensuing, trailing
Example: “As the wake of the hurricane, many homes were destroyed.”
PT: No rastro de, na esteira de, em consequência de, após, seguido de
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Asbestos
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Asbestos
Definition: A heat-resistant mineral fiber once used in building construction, but now largely avoided because of health risks.
Synonyms: Mineral fiber, silicate, insulator, fireproof material, chrysotile
Example: “Old buildings sometimes contain asbestos in their insulation.”
PT: amianto, asbesto, fibra mineral, isolante, crisotila
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Astonish
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Astonish
Definition: To surprise or amaze someone very much.
Synonyms: Amaze, surprise, stun, flabbergast, dumbfound
Example: “Her performance was so good, it astonished the audience.”
PT: surpreender, espantar, estupefazer, maravilhar, assombrar
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Authoritative
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Authoritative
Definition: Having the confident quality of someone who is respected and trusted.
Synonyms: Commanding, trustworthy, reliable, credible, expert
Example: “The doctor gave an authoritative diagnosis.”
PT: autoritário, confiável, crível, respeitável, especialista
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Barrage
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Barrage
Definition: A concentrated artillery attack, or any overwhelming and continuous delivery of something.
Synonyms: Bombardment, onslaught, volley, salvo, fusillade
Example: “The team faced a barrage of criticism after losing the game.”
PT: bombardeio, saraivada, enxurrada, ataque maciço, descarga
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Be/Get Bogged Down
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Be/Get Bogged Down
Definition: To become stuck or hindered in progress.
Synonyms: Stall, hinder, obstruct, impede, slow down
Example: “Don’t get bogged down in the details; focus on the big picture.”
PT: emperrar, atolar, ficar preso, estagnar, obstruir
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Bludgeon
Bludgeon
Definition: To hit repeatedly with a heavy object; to force or bully someone into doing something.
Synonyms: Club, batter, cudgel, coerce, intimidate
Example: "He bludgeoned his way through the argument."
PT: espancar, aporrear, coagir, intimidar, forçar
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Bone Weary
Bone Weary
Definition: Extremely tired or fatigued to the core.
Synonyms: Exhausted, drained, worn out, beat, fatigued
Example: "After a long day of work, she felt bone weary."
PT: exausto, esgotado, cansado até os ossos, desgastado, fadigado
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Boars
Boars
Definition: Wild male pigs; can be dangerous and are often hunted.
Synonyms: Wild pigs, swine, hogs, sows, tuskers
Example: "Boars are known for their aggressive behavior."
PT: javalis, porcos selvagens, suínos, leitões, verrascos
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Bubbling Up
Bubbling Up
Definition: Emerging or becoming evident, usually rapidly or suddenly.
Synonyms: Emerge, surface, arise, well up, spring up
Example: "New ideas are bubbling up in the tech industry."
PT: emergindo, surgindo, aflorando, borbulhando, aparecendo
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Buddies
Buddies
Definition: Friends, often close friends.
Synonyms: Friends, pals, mates, chums, comrades
Example: "They have been buddies since kindergarten."
PT: amigos, camaradas, parceiros, colegas, companheiros
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Carnage
Carnage
Definition: The killing of a large number of people or animals, usually in a violent way.
Synonyms: Slaughter, massacre, bloodshed, butchery, killing
Example: "The war resulted in unimaginable carnage."
PT: carnificina, massacre, matança, chacina, destruição
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Catchy
Catchy
Definition: Easy to remember, especially because of being clever or melodious.
Synonyms: Memorable, tuneful, infectious, appealing, striking
Example: "That new song has a catchy tune."
PT: cativante, memorável, atraente, orelhudo, pegajoso
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Caveat
Caveat
Definition: A warning or caution about a particular statement or condition.
Synonyms: Warning, caution, proviso, qualification, condition
Example: "The report is positive but comes with several caveats."
PT: ressalva, advertência, aviso, precaução, observação
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Commensurate
Commensurate
Definition: Equal in measure or extent; proportionate.
Synonyms: Proportional, corresponding, equivalent, comparable, matching
Example: "Your payment should be commensurate with the amount of work done."
PT: proporcional, correspondente, equivalente, compatível, adequado
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Commiserate
Commiserate
Definition: To show sympathy or compassion for someone who is unhappy or disappointed.
Synonyms: Sympathize, empathize, console, comfort, pity
Example: "She commiserated with her friend who had just lost her job."
PT: compadecer, lamentar, solidarizar, consolar, apoiar
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Compensation
Compensation
Definition: Something given as payment or reparation for a service or loss.
Synonyms: Remuneration, salary, wage, recompense, pay
Example: "He received compensation for his work."
PT: compensação, remuneração, pagamento, salário, indenização
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Compromise
Compromise
Definition: An agreement made by reducing demands or coming to middle terms.
Synonyms: Concession, settlement, accord, agreement, deal
Example: "They reached a compromise after hours of negotiation."
PT: compromisso, acordo, ajuste, concessão, pacto
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Conjoined Twins
Conjoined Twins
Definition: Twins born physically connected to each other.
Synonyms: Siamese twins, identical twins, connected twins, attached twins, fused twins
Example: "The doctors are planning a surgery to separate the conjoined twins."
PT: gêmeos siameses, gêmeos unidos, gêmeos ligados, gêmeos conjoined, gêmeos fundidos
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Conniptions
Conniptions
Definition: Extreme emotional outbursts or fits of anger or anxiety.
Synonyms: Fits, tantrums, outbursts, flare-ups, explosions
Example: "She had conniptions when she saw the mess."
PT: ataques, chiliques, rompantes, explosões emocionais, acessos
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Concierge
Concierge
Definition: A hotel employee whose job is to assist guests with their needs.
Synonyms: Attendant, custodian, steward, porter, receptionist
Example: "The concierge helped us find a good restaurant nearby."
PT: concierge, porteiro, recepcionista, atendente, encarregado
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Clutter
Clutter
Definition: A collection of things lying around in an untidy mass.
Synonyms: Mess, disarray, jumble, chaos, disorder
Example: "Her desk was full of clutter."
PT: bagunça, desordem, confusão, entulho, caos
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Chronotype
Chronotype
Definition: A person's natural inclination to be a morning person or an evening person.
Synonyms: Sleep pattern, circadian preference, sleep cycle, biorhythm, sleep-wake type
Example: "Your chronotype affects when you feel most energetic during the day."
PT: cronotipo, padrão de sono, ritmo circadiano, ciclo de sono, biorritmo
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Covert
Covert
Definition: Not openly acknowledged or displayed; hidden.
Synonyms: Secret, concealed, hidden, undercover, stealthy
Example: "He is on a covert mission."
PT: secreto, oculto, dissimulado, camuflado, clandestino
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Deceive
Deceive
Definition: To cause someone to believe something that is not true.
Synonyms: Mislead, dupe, fool, trick, hoodwink
Example: "He tried to deceive his friends with a fake identity."
PT: enganar, iludir, trapacear, ludibriar, desorientar
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Demandiness
Demandiness
Definition: The quality of requiring much effort or attention.
Synonyms: Needy, high-maintenance, insistent, clamorous, exacting
Example: "Her demandiness drained all his energy."
PT: exigência, carência, necessidade intensa, altas demandas, insatisfação constante
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Demented
Demented
Definition: Suffering from dementia or insanity; mad.
Synonyms: Insane, mad, deranged, unhinged, crazy
Example: "His ideas are completely demented."
PT: demente, insano, louco, perturbado, desequilibrado
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Dismissed for Cause
Dismissed for Cause
Definition: Terminated from a job due to specific wrongdoing or failure to comply with rules.
Synonyms: Fired, sacked, terminated, laid off, let go
Example: "He was dismissed for cause after violating company policy."
PT: demitido por justa causa, despedido, dispensado, expulso, afastado
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Draw Out
Draw Out
Definition: To extend or prolong something; to encourage someone to express themselves.
Synonyms: Extend, elongate, protract, lengthen, extract
Example: "She was able to draw out the conversation for hours."
PT: prolongar, estender, atrasar, retardar, arrastar
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Dread
Dread
Definition: To fear something that will or may happen.
Synonyms: Fear, apprehension, trepidation, anxiety, worry
Example: "She felt a sense of dread before taking the exam."
PT: medo, temor, receio, apreensão, pavor
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Due Diligence
Due Diligence
Definition: The careful investigation or research before making a decision, often in a legal or financial context.
Synonyms: Caution, care, prudence, investigation, scrutiny
Example: "They exercised due diligence before acquiring the company."
PT: diligência devida, cuidado, precaução, investigação, escrutínio
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Dwell
Dwell
Definition: To live in a particular place; to focus attention on.
Synonyms: Reside, inhabit, live, stay, focus
Example: "She dwells on her past mistakes too often."
PT: habitar, morar, residir, fixar-se, concentrar-se
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Enact
Enact
Definition: To make into law or establish through legal process.
Synonyms: Implement, establish, legislate, pass, ordain
Example: "The government enacted new environmental regulations."
PT: promulgar, instituir, decretar, estabelecer, legislar
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Earn
Earn
Definition: To receive money in return for work or effort.
Synonyms: Gain, acquire, obtain, win, secure
Example: "He earns a good salary at his new job."
PT: ganhar, adquirir, obter, merecer, conquistar
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Errands
Errands
Definition: Short trips to achieve specific tasks, usually within the context of daily life.
Synonyms: Tasks, chores, jobs, duties, assignments
Example: "I have to run some errands before the party."
PT: recados, tarefas, afazeres, diligências, obrigações
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Even
Even
Definition: Equal in degree or extent; used to introduce an added statement, typically contrasting with a previous statement.
Synonyms: Equal, identical, same, balanced, steady
Example: "Even after hours of work, they didn't finish the project."
PT: mesmo, igual, par, equilibrado, constante
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Evenness
Evenness
Definition: The quality of being balanced or equal.
Synonyms: Uniformity, balance, stability, regularity, consistency
Example: "The evenness of her temperament is impressive."
PT: uniformidade, equilíbrio, estabilidade, regularidade, consistência
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Faux Pas
Faux Pas
Definition: A social blunder or indiscretion.
Synonyms: Blunder, mistake, error, gaffe, slip
Example: "Wearing casual clothes to a formal event is considered a faux pas."
PT: gafe, erro, deslize, falha, imprudência
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Fierce
Fierce
Definition: Having or displaying intense force or passion.
Synonyms: Ferocious, intense, aggressive, violent, forceful
Example: "The competitors were fierce during the match."
PT: feroz, intenso, agressivo, violento, ardente
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Fibrous
Fibrous
Definition: Containing, consisting of, or resembling fibers.
Synonyms: Stringy, thread-like, filamentous, wiry, fibroid
Example: "The vegetable has a fibrous texture."
PT: fibroso, filamentoso, fibroide, fibrado, stringente
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File
File
Definition: A record or collection of information stored together.
Synonyms: Document, record, archive, folder, dossier
Example: "Save the document in the correct file."
PT: arquivo, ficha, documento, registro, pasta
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Former
Former
Definition: Preceding in time; earlier.
Synonyms: Previous, prior, past, old, earlier
Example: "His former teacher congratulated him on his success."
PT: anterior, ex-, prévio, passado, precedente
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Fraught
Fraught
Definition: Filled with tension or negative emotions.
Synonyms: Charged, tense, loaded, stressful, anxious
Example: "The meeting was fraught with difficulties."
PT: tenso, carregado, repleto, estressante, problemático
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Fulfill
Fulfill
Definition: To accomplish or carry out an action, task, or function.
Synonyms: Complete, achieve, realize, execute, perform
Example: "She managed to fulfill all of her responsibilities."
PT: cumprir, realizar, concretizar, satisfazer, completar
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Game Farmers
Game Farmers
Definition: Individuals who breed and raise wild animals for hunting.
Synonyms: Gamekeepers, breeders, animal farmers, wildlife farmers, ranchers
Example: "Game farmers ensure a sustainable population for hunting."
PT: fazendeiros de caça, criadores, guardas florestais, rancheiros de caça, agricultores de animais selvagens
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Game Meat
Game Meat
Definition: Meat from animals that are hunted and killed in the wild.
Synonyms: Wild meat, venison, hunted meat, bushmeat, feral meat
Example: "Game meat is usually leaner than farmed meat."
PT: carne de caça, carne silvestre, carne de animais caçados, carne de caça selvagem, carne de animais selvagens
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Gabble
Gabble
Definition: To talk quickly and in a way that is difficult to understand.
Synonyms: Jabber, chatter, prattle, babble, ramble
Example: "She gabbled her speech, making it hard to understand."
PT: tagarelar, palrar, resmungar, falar rapidamente, balbuciar
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Grasses
Grasses
Definition: Plants with long narrow leaves, often used for lawns and pasture.
Synonyms: Turf, sod, herbage, greenery, meadow
Example: "The field is full of wild grasses."
PT: gramas, pastos, relvas, ervas, capins
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Grumble
Grumble
Definition: To complain or protest about something in a low voice.
Synonyms: Complain, moan, gripe, mutter, whine
Example: "He always grumbles about the weather."
PT: resmungar, reclamar, queixar-se, murmurar, lamentar
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Gullible
Gullible
Definition: Easily deceived or tricked.
Synonyms: Naive, credulous, trusting, unsuspecting, easily fooled
Example: "He was so gullible that he believed every story she told."
PT: crédulo, ingênuo, fácil de enganar, confiante, simplório
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Harbored
Harbored
Definition: To provide a place of safety; to hold secretly.
Synonyms: Shelter, hide, conceal, protect, shield
Example: "The family harbored the stray dog for the night."
PT: acolher, abrigar, esconder, ocultar, proteger
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Hideout
Hideout
Definition: A place used for hiding or shelter.
Synonyms: Refuge, sanctuary, haven, shelter, safe house
Example: "The thieves were found in their hideout."
PT: esconderijo, refúgio, abrigo, toca, guarida
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Hoe
Hoe
Definition: A gardening tool with a flat blade for chopping or loosening soil.
Synonyms: Mattock, pickaxe, spade, shovel, cultivator
Example: "She used a hoe to prepare the garden for planting."
PT: enxada, pá, sachador, sachadeira, instrumento de capina
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Holler
Holler
Definition: To shout or yell, often to get someone's attention.
Synonyms: Shout, yell, scream, bellow, roar
Example: "If you need help, just holler."
PT: gritar, berrar, clamar, vociferar, bradar
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Hoof
Hoof
Definition: The hard foot of some animals like horses, cows, and deer.
Synonyms: Paw, trotter, cloven foot, extremity, pad
Example: "The horse had an injured hoof."
PT: casco, pata, pé fendido, unha, extremidade
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Hops
Hops
Definition: Plants used to flavor beer; or to jump lightly.
Synonyms: Skip, leap, jump, bounce, bound
Example: "The rabbit hops across the field."
PT: lúpulo, saltar, pular, salto, pulo
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Humongous
Humongous
Definition: Extremely large; enormous.
Synonyms: Gigantic, huge, enormous, colossal, massive
Example: "The new building is humongous."
PT: enorme, gigantesco, colossal, imenso, mastodôntico
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I Do Me, You Do You
I Do Me, You Do You
Definition: A phrase that means each person should do what is best for themselves.
Synonyms: To each their own, live and let live, mind your own business, you be you, do your own thing
Example: "Don't worry about my choices; I do me, you do you."
PT: cada um na sua, viva e deixe viver, cada um com seus problemas, você faz você, faz o que te faz feliz
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Incurable
Incurable
Definition: Unable to be cured or remedied.
Synonyms: Untreatable, terminal, hopeless, irreversible, chronic
Example: "The disease was incurable."
PT: incurável, intratável, terminal, irremediável, crônico
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Infer
Infer
Definition: To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning.
Synonyms: Deduce, conclude, gather, surmise, assume
Example: "From his behavior, she inferred that he was nervous."
PT: inferir, deduzir, concluir, supor, entender
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Inherent
Inherent
Definition: Existing as a natural or basic part of something.
Synonyms: Innate, intrinsic, natural, built-in, ingrained
Example: "Curiosity is inherent in human nature."
PT: inerente, intrínseco, natural, congênito, inato
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Intrinsic
Intrinsic
Definition: Belonging naturally; essential.
Synonyms: Inherent, innate, natural, fundamental, essential
Example: "The intrinsic value of a good education cannot be overstated."
PT: intrínseco, inerente, essencial, fundamental, natural
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Judicial Reorganization
Judicial Reorganization
Definition: A legal process to rearrange a company's financial obligations while continuing its operations.
Synonyms: Bankruptcy reorganization, restructuring, insolvency resolution, corporate turnaround, debt adjustment
Example: "The struggling company had to go through judicial reorganization."
PT: reorganização judicial, reestruturação, recuperação judicial, reajuste de dívidas, insolvência corporativa
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Lap It Up
Lap It Up
Definition: To eagerly accept or enjoy something.
Synonyms: Relish, savor, enjoy, delight in, appreciate
Example: "The dog lapped up the water from the bowl."
PT: saborear, aproveitar, curtir, degustar, deleitar-se
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Largesse
Largesse
Definition: Generosity in giving gifts or money.
Synonyms: Generosity, benevolence, liberality, openhandedness, munificence
Example: "The king was known for his largesse."
PT: generosidade, magnanimidade, liberalidade, altruísmo, benemerência
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Lest
Lest
Definition: To avoid the risk of; in order to prevent.
Synonyms: For fear that, in case, to avoid, so that not, in order to prevent
Example: "She spoke quietly lest she wake the baby."
PT: para que não, a fim de evitar, com receio de, para prevenir, a menos que
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Liability
Liability
Definition: Legal responsibility for something, usually involving financial costs.
Synonyms: Responsibility, accountability, answerability, culpability, obligation
Example: "You will have full liability for any damage caused."
PT: responsabilidade, obrigação, passivo, responsabilização, compromisso
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Liable
Liable
Definition: Legally responsible for something.
Synonyms: Accountable, responsible, answerable, subject, obliged
Example: "The company is liable for any accidents."
PT: responsável, passível, sujeito, obrigado, susceptível
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Limestone
Limestone
Definition: A type of sedimentary rock often used in building.
Synonyms: Chalk, calcite, dolomite, marble, sedimentary rock
Example: "The cathedral was built of limestone."
PT: calcário, rocha sedimentar, pedra calcária, mármore, dolomita
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Ludacris
Ludacris
Definition: A stage name of an American rapper, actor, and philanthropist; also refers to something ludicrous or absurd.
Synonyms: Ridiculous, absurd, preposterous, outrageous, nonsensical
Example: "His claims were so exaggerated, they were Ludacris."
PT: absurdo, ridículo, sem sentido, exagerado, insensato
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Mangrove
Mangrove
Definition: A tree that grows in coastal areas where saltwater meets freshwater, often forming dense forests.
Synonyms: Coastal tree, saltwater tree, tidal tree, swamp tree, salt-tolerant tree
Example: "Mangrove forests are important for protecting coastlines from erosion."
PT: manguezal, árvore de mangue, árvore costeira, árvore de água salgada, árvore de maré
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Millenary Wisdom
Millenary Wisdom
Definition: Ancient knowledge or wisdom that has been passed down for a millennium.
Synonyms: Ancient wisdom, time-honored knowledge, age-old wisdom, ancestral wisdom, traditional knowledge
Example: "The tribe relied on millenary wisdom to survive in harsh conditions."
PT: sabedoria milenar, conhecimento ancestral, sabedoria antiga, sabedoria tradicional, conhecimento secular
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Muck
Muck
Definition: Wet, soft, muddy ground or material.
Synonyms: Mud, sludge, ooze, silt, slime
Example: "He got stuck in the muck while hiking."
PT: lama, lodo, sujeira, gosma, barro
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Nasty
Nasty
Definition: Highly unpleasant, or having a mean disposition.
Synonyms: Unpleasant, mean, disagreeable, vicious, malicious
Example: "She had a nasty attitude towards everyone."
PT: desagradável, malévolo, maldoso, cruel, grosseiro
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Nefarious
Nefarious
Definition: Extremely wicked or villainous.
Synonyms: Evil, wicked, malicious, villainous, immoral
Example: "His nefarious actions led to his arrest."
PT: nefasto, malévolo, perverso, vil, maligno
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Novelty
Novelty
Definition: The quality of being new, unique, or different.
Synonyms: Newness, uniqueness, originality, freshness, innovation
Example: "The novelty of the gadget attracted many buyers."
PT: novidade, originalidade, inovação, frescor, singularidade
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Offset
Offset
Definition: To balance or counteract something.
Synonyms: Counterbalance, neutralize, compensate, cancel out, counteract
Example: "The costs were offset by government grants."
PT: compensar, contrabalançar, anular, neutralizar, equilibrar
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Overlords
Overlords
Definition: People who have a lot of power or control in a particular area.
Synonyms: Ruler, master, sovereign, dictator, potentate
Example: "The overlords of the industry set the standards."
PT: senhores, mestres, governantes, déspotas, soberanos
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Overwhelmed
Overwhelmed
Definition: Feeling unable to manage because of too many things or emotions.
Synonyms: Swamped, inundated, overloaded, snowed under, stressed
Example: "She felt overwhelmed with all her responsibilities."
PT: sobrecarregado, inundado, avassalado, estressado, assoberbado
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Pals
Pals
Definition: Friends, often used in a casual and warm sense.
Synonyms: Friends, buddies, chums, comrades, mates
Example: "We've been pals since kindergarten."
PT: amigos, camaradas, parceiros, colegas, comparsas
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Parlance
Parlance
Definition: A particular way of speaking or using words, especially a way common to those with a certain job or interest.
Synonyms: Jargon, terminology, slang, dialect, idiom
Example: "In legal parlance, the term 'liable' has a specific meaning."
PT: linguagem, jargão, terminologia, modo de expressão, dialeto
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Pests
Pests
Definition: Organisms that damage crops, animals, or natural habitats.
Synonyms: Vermin, nuisances, intruders, parasites, plagues
Example: "Farmers often use pesticides to control pests."
PT: pragas, pestes, parasitas, insetos nocivos, bichos
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Pesticides
Pesticides
Definition: Chemicals used to kill pests, especially insects.
Synonyms: Insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, chemicals, poisons
Example: "Pesticides are commonly used in agriculture to protect crops."
PT: pesticidas, inseticidas, herbicidas, agrotóxicos, venenos
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Photo Bomb
Photo Bomb
Definition: To unexpectedly appear in a photo, usually as a prank.
Synonyms: Intrude, disrupt, interfere, gatecrash, meddle
Example: "He photo-bombed their selfie at the last moment."
PT: estragar foto, aparecer de surpresa, intrometer-se, invadir, interromper foto
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Pie-In-The-Sky
Pie-In-The-Sky
Definition: An idea that is unlikely to happen; overly optimistic.
Synonyms: Unrealistic, impractical, unattainable, fanciful, quixotic
Example: "His business plan was pure pie-in-the-sky."
PT: utopia, ilusão, plano irreal, fantasia, devaneio
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Platitudes
Platitudes
Definition: Overused remarks or statements that have lost their original impact or meaning.
Synonyms: Clichés, truisms, banalities, commonplaces, stereotypes
Example: "The speech was filled with platitudes about freedom and democracy."
PT: clichês, lugares-comuns, banalidades, trivialidades, chavões
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Platoons
Platoons
Definition: Small military units typically containing two or more squads or sections.
Synonyms: Units, squads, detachments, sections, companies
Example: "Two platoons were sent to secure the area."
PT: pelotões, unidades, esquadrões, destacamentos, seções
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Plotting
Plotting
Definition: Planning something secretly, usually something harmful or illegal.
Synonyms: Scheming, conspiring, planning, strategizing, devising
Example: "They were caught plotting against the government."
PT: tramando, conspirando, planejando, maquinando, arquitetando
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Poses
Poses
Definition: Specific ways of standing or sitting, often to be photographed or painted.
Synonyms: Postures, stances, positions, attitudes, settings
Example: "The model struck several poses during the photo shoot."
PT: poses, posturas, posições, atitudes, encenações
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Probe
Probe
Definition: To investigate or examine thoroughly.
Synonyms: Examine, investigate, scrutinize, explore, study
Example: "The doctor used a probe to check for any abnormalities."
PT: sondar, investigar, examinar, perscrutar, explorar
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Propeller
Propeller
Definition: A mechanical device with blades that spins to push air or water.
Synonyms: Fan, rotor, screw, spinner, vane
Example: "The boat's propeller helps it move forward."
PT: hélice, propulsor, ventilador, rotor, impulsor
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Quadriplegic
Quadriplegic
Definition: A person who is paralyzed in both arms and both legs.
Synonyms: Paralyzed, incapacitated, disabled, immobilized, handicapped
Example: "After the accident, he became a quadriplegic."
PT: tetraplégico, paralisado, incapacitado, imobilizado, deficiente
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Reckoning
Reckoning
Definition: The action or process of calculating or estimating something; a settling of accounts.
Synonyms: Calculation, estimate, judgment, assessment, evaluation
Example: "The day of reckoning is approaching for him."
PT: ajuste de contas, cálculo, estimativa, avaliação, julgamento
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Recompense
Recompense
Definition: Compensation or reward given for a service, loss, or suffering.
Synonyms: Compensation, reward, payment, remuneration, restitution
Example: "He received recompense for his hard work."
PT: recompensa, compensação, remuneração, restituição, pagamento
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Reparation
Reparation
Definition: Compensation or amends for a wrong or injury.
Synonyms: Compensation, restitution, redress, atonement, amends
Example: "The government paid reparations to the victims."
PT: reparação, compensação, restituição, indenização, ressarcimento
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Remarks
Remarks
Definition: Comments or statements, often made quickly or without careful consideration.
Synonyms: Comments, statements, observations, utterances, notes
Example: "Her remarks on the project were insightful."
PT: observações, comentários, declarações, afirmações, notas
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Rendezvous
Rendezvous
Definition: A meeting at an agreed time and place.
Synonyms: Meeting, appointment, gathering, assembly, tryst
Example: "They had a secret rendezvous in the park."
PT: encontro, reunião, ponto de encontro, rendez-vous, compromisso
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Reparations
Reparations
Definition: Compensation or amends for a wrong, typically to a whole group.
Synonyms: Compensation, restitution, redress, atonement, damages
Example: "The country made reparations for its colonial past."
PT: reparações, compensações, restituições, indenizações, ressarcimentos
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Retreated
Retreated
Definition: To have moved back or withdrawn, often from danger or a difficult situation.
Synonyms: Withdraw, pull back, fall back, recede, back off
Example: "The army retreated after heavy losses."
PT: recuou, retirou-se, retrocedeu, afastou-se, bateu em retirada
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Raffle
Raffle
Definition: A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets and awarding prizes to the holders of certain numbers.
Synonyms: Lottery, draw, sweepstakes, contest, prize draw
Example: "They organized a raffle to support the local school."
PT: rifa, sorteio, loteria, tombola, concurso
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Rummaging
Rummaging
Definition: Searching thoroughly or in a rough manner.
Synonyms: Scour, search, sift, dig, forage
Example: "She was rummaging through her purse for her keys."
PT: vasculhando, procurando, revirando, mexendo, fuçando
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Ruthless
Ruthless
Definition: Having no compassion or pity; merciless.
Synonyms: Merciless, pitiless, cruel, heartless, unsparing
Example: "He was a ruthless competitor."
PT: impiedoso, cruel, desalmado, sem piedade, desapiedado
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Side Hustle
Side Hustle
Definition: A job or activity that one does in addition to their main job to earn extra income.
Synonyms: Moonlighting, gig, secondary job, part-time job, sideline
Example: "She started a baking side hustle to earn extra money."
PT: bico, trabalho extra, atividade paralela, freelance, segundo emprego
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Sycophants
Sycophants
Definition: People who try to gain favor or advantages by flattering influential people.
Synonyms: Flatterers, toadies, lackeys, yes-men, brown-nosers
Example: "The CEO was surrounded by sycophants who always agreed with him."
PT: puxa-sacos, bajuladores, aduladores, lambe-botas, servis
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Sleepover
Sleepover
Definition: An occasion where one stays overnight at someone else's home.
Synonyms: Slumber party, pajama party, overnight, stay-over, night out
Example: "The kids are having a sleepover at their friend's house."
PT: festa do pijama, dormida, pernoite, encontro para dormir, noite fora
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Slaughterhouse
Slaughterhouse
Definition: A place where animals are killed for food.
Synonyms: Abattoir, killing floor, meatpacking plant, butchery, processing plant
Example: "He worked in a slaughterhouse for many years."
PT: matadouro, abatedouro, frigorífico, casa de abate, talho
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Slump
Slump
Definition: A sudden severe or prolonged decrease in quality, quantity, or value.
Synonyms: Decline, downturn, drop, fall, dip
Example: "The stock market experienced a significant slump last year."
PT: queda, retração, declínio, baixa, desaceleração
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Soy-Boy
Definition: A derogatory term used to describe men perceived as lacking traditional masculine qualities.
Synonyms: Wimp, weakling, pushover, milksop, sissy
Example: "Some people unfairly label him a soy-boy because of his interests."
PT: "mole", fracote, frouxo, efeminado, "homem de soja"
Soy-Boy
Definition: A derogatory term used to describe men perceived as lacking traditional masculine qualities.
Synonyms: Wimp, weakling, pushover, milksop, sissy
Example: "Some people unfairly label him a soy-boy because of his interests."
PT: "mole", fracote, frouxo, efeminado, "homem de soja"
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Splurge
Splurge
Definition: To spend money extravagantly or indulgently.
Synonyms: Spend lavishly, indulge, go on a spree, squander, treat oneself
Example: "She decided to splurge on a new handbag."
PT: esbanjar, gastar à toa, torrar dinheiro, desperdiçar, esbanjamento
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Square Brackets
Square Brackets
Definition: Punctuation marks used to include additional information within a text.
Synonyms: Brackets, enclosures, parenthesis, braces, crochets
Example: "He included his comments in square brackets [ ] within the text."
PT: colchetes, parênteses quadrados, chaves quadradas, suportes, abraçadeiras
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Stifled
Stifled
Definition: Suppressed or held back, especially with regard to expression or development.
Synonyms: Suppressed, smothered, subdued, repressed, squelched
Example: "He stifled his laughter during the serious meeting."
PT: abafado, reprimido, sufocado, contido, suprimido
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Strain
Strain
Definition: A force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage.
Synonyms: Stress, pressure, tension, load, burden
Example: "He felt a strain in his back after lifting the heavy boxes."
PT: tensão, pressão, estiramento, carga, esforço
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Strep Throat
Strep Throat
Definition: A bacterial infection that causes a sore and scratchy throat.
Synonyms: Sore throat, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, throat infection, bacterial throat
Example: "She was diagnosed with strep throat and had to take antibiotics."
PT: faringite estreptocócica, amigdalite, garganta inflamada, infecção de garganta, faringite bacteriana
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Streak
Streak
Definition: A continuous period of specified success or luck.
Synonyms: Run, spell, series, sequence, roll
Example: "She is on a winning streak in her chess games."
PT: sequência, série, maré, período, fase
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Sway
Sway
Definition: To control or influence a person or situation.
Synonyms: Influence, control, affect, steer, guide
Example: "The teacher's opinion swayed the decision of the committee."
PT: influenciar, controlar, afetar, persuadir, nortear
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Skirmishes
Skirmishes
Definition: Minor fights or battles, often occurring as incidents in a larger conflict.
Synonyms: Clashes, encounters, confrontations, conflicts, fracas
Example: "Skirmishes broke out on the border, but no major fighting occurred."
PT: escaramuças, conflitos, confrontos, embates, lutas
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Tacitly
Tacitly
Definition: In a way that is understood or implied without being stated openly.
Synonyms: Implicitly, indirectly, silently, quietly, assumedly
Example: "They tacitly agreed to avoid discussing the issue."
PT: tacitamente, implicitamente, indiretamente, silenciosamente, subentendido
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Tacitly Commiserate
Tacitly Commiserate
Definition: To silently or indirectly express sympathy or pity for someone's misfortune.
Synonyms: Implicitly sympathize, unspokenly console, indirectly commiserate, silently empathize, quietly condole
Example: "They didn't say anything but tacitly commiserated with her loss."
PT: compadecer tacitamente, simpatizar implicitamente, consolar silenciosamente, empatizar indiretamente, condoer-se em silêncio
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Tenable
Tenable
Definition: Capable of being defended or justified.
Synonyms: Defensible, justifiable, reasonable, supportable, sustainable
Example: "The argument was not tenable, lacking solid evidence."
PT: defensável, justificável, sustentável, plausível, aceitável
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Terminated for Cause
Terminated for Cause
Definition: Fired from a job for a specific, often serious, reason.
Synonyms: Dismissed, sacked, fired, ousted, expelled
Example: "He was terminated for cause after violating company policies."
PT: demitido por justa causa, dispensado, despedido, afastado, excluído
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Tissue
Tissue
Definition: Thin pieces of absorbent paper, often used for cleaning or wiping.
Synonyms: Kleenex, paper towel, napkin, wipe, handkerchief
Example: "She reached for a tissue to wipe her tears."
PT: lenço de papel, papel toalha, guardanapo, toalhinha, lencinho
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To Cull
To Cull
Definition: To select and remove weak or inferior individuals from a group.
Synonyms: Eliminate, weed out, remove, select, thin out
Example: "Farmers cull the weaker animals to maintain a healthy herd."
PT: descartar, eliminar, selecionar, reduzir, ceifar
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Tropes
Tropes
Definition: Commonly recurring themes or devices in literature or art.
Synonyms: Motifs, clichés, conventions, patterns, themes
Example: "The ‘damsel in distress’ is one of the oldest tropes in literature."
PT: tropos, clichês, convenções, padrões, temas
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Trudge
Trudge
Definition: To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.
Synonyms: Plod, slog, lumber, tramp, hike
Example: "After the long hike, they trudged back to their camp."
PT: arrastar-se, caminhar pesadamente, penar, marchar, percorrer
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Trousseau
Trousseau
Definition: The clothes, linen, and other belongings collected by a bride for her marriage.
Synonyms: Dowry, bridal set, wedding attire, bridal collection, outfit
Example: "Her trousseau included beautiful gowns and heirloom jewelry."
PT: enxoval, dote, conjunto nupcial, coleção de noiva, vestuário de casamento
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Twerk
Twerk
Definition: A type of dance involving fast, repetitive hip movements.
Synonyms: Shake, jiggle, gyrate, wiggle, booty shake
Example: "The dancer amazed the audience with her ability to twerk."
PT: rebolar, dançar twerk, sacudir, gingar, agitar
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Thwart
Thwart
Definition: To prevent someone from accomplishing something.
Synonyms: Foil, frustrate, obstruct, hinder, impede
Example: "The police thwarted the thief's attempt to steal the painting."
PT: frustrar, impedir, obstruir, atrapalhar, contrariar
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Ultimate
Ultimate
Definition: Being the best or most extreme example of its kind.
Synonyms: Final, supreme, utmost, paramount, peak
Example: "His ultimate goal is to win an Olympic medal."
PT: último, supremo, máximo, definitivo, derradeiro
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Ultimately
Ultimately
Definition: In the end; finally.
Synonyms: Eventually, finally, in the long run, at last, in the end
Example: "Ultimately, the decision is yours to make."
PT: finalmente, no final das contas, em última análise, no fim, ao final
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Uneasy
Uneasy
Definition: Feeling anxious or uncomfortable.
Synonyms: Anxious, restless, nervous, edgy, unsettled
Example: "She felt uneasy about the upcoming meeting."
PT: inquieto, ansioso, desconfortável, nervoso, perturbado
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Unmanned Aircraft
Unmanned Aircraft
Definition: An aircraft that operates without a human pilot.
Synonyms: Drone, UAV, autonomous aircraft, robotic aircraft, remote-controlled plane
Example: "The military uses unmanned aircraft for surveillance."
PT: aeronave não tripulada, drone, VANT, avião autônomo, avião controlado remotamente
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Unrest
Unrest
Definition: A state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, or agitation, typically involving public demonstration or disorder.
Synonyms: Turmoil, upheaval, agitation, instability, disorder
Example: "The city was in a state of unrest after the controversial decision."
PT: agitação, tumulto, inquietação, instabilidade, convulsão
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Unusual
Unusual
Definition: Not common, rare, or different from what is generally happening.
Synonyms: Rare, uncommon, atypical, extraordinary, exceptional
Example: "It was unusual to see him arrive early."
PT: incomum, raro, atípico, extraordinário, excepcional
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Underway
Underway
Definition: In the process of happening or being done.
Synonyms: In progress, ongoing, happening, occurring, proceeding
Example: "The project is already underway."
PT: em andamento, em curso, acontecendo, ocorrendo, em progresso
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Verdant
Verdant
Definition: Green with grass or other vegetation.
Synonyms: Green, lush, leafy, grassy, fertile
Example: "We hiked through the verdant valley."
PT: verdejante, exuberante, viçoso, fértil, frondoso
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Verbatim
Verbatim
Definition: In exactly the same words that were used originally.
Synonyms: Word-for-word, literally, exactly, precisely, faithfully
Example: "The student copied the text verbatim from the book."
PT: literalmente, palavra por palavra, exatamente, precisamente, fielmente
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White Noise
White Noise
Definition: A constant background noise, especially one that drowns out other sounds.
Synonyms: Background noise, static, ambient noise, fuzz, drone
Example: "She uses white noise to help her sleep."
PT: ruído branco, barulho constante, ruído de fundo, estática, zumbido
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Whopper
Whopper
Definition: Something that is extremely large, especially a lie or an exaggerated story.
Synonyms: Exaggeration, fabrication, untruth, falsehood, tall tale
Example: "He told us a whopper about catching a giant fish."
PT: exagero, lorota, invenção, mentira, história absurda
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Wicked
Wicked
Definition: Evil or morally wrong.
Synonyms: Evil, immoral, sinful, corrupt, malevolent
Example: "The villain in the story was truly wicked."
PT: maligno, perverso, mau, imoral, ruim
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Withstand
Withstand
Definition: To remain undamaged or unaffected by; to resist.
Synonyms: Resist, endure, bear, tolerate, survive
Example: "The building was designed to withstand earthquakes."
PT: resistir, suportar, aguentar, tolerar, sobreviver
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Witty
Witty
Definition: Showing or characterized by quick and inventive verbal humor.
Synonyms: Clever, humorous, funny, quick-witted, sharp
Example: "Her witty remarks always lightened the mood."
PT: espirituoso, engraçado, perspicaz, sagaz, inteligente
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Caress
Caress: A gentle touch or gesture of fondness.
Synonyms: Stroke, touch, pat, fondle, embrace
Example: "She gave her cat a soft caress."
PT= carícia, afago, toque, alisar, acarinhar
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Caressing
Caressing: The act of touching someone gently in a loving way.
Synonyms: Fondling, stroking, patting, embracing, cuddling
Example: "His caressing touch made her feel loved."
PT= acariciando, alisando, afagando, tocando, acarinha
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Pitfalls
Pitfalls: Hidden dangers or problems.
Synonyms: Hazards, snares, traps, dangers, risks
Example: "Starting a new business has many pitfalls."
PT= armadilhas, perigos, riscos, ciladas, obstáculos
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Commendable
Commendable: Deserving praise or approval.
Synonyms: Praiseworthy, laudable, admirable, honorable, noteworthy
Example: "Her dedication to volunteering is commendable."
PT= louvável, digno de louvor, admirável, notável, elogiável
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Siege
Siege: A military operation where enemy forces surround and try to capture a place.
Synonyms: Blockade, encirclement, beleaguering, cordon, barricade
Example: "The castle was under siege for months."
PT= cerco, sítio, assédio, bloqueio, sitiamento
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Seize
Seize: To take hold of suddenly and with force.
Synonyms: Grab, snatch, capture, apprehend, take over
Example: "He seized the opportunity to travel abroad."
PT= agarrar, capturar, tomar, apreender, arrebatar
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Unapologetic
Unapologetic: Not sorry or ashamed about something.
Synonyms: Defiant, unabashed, unashamed, unremorseful, adamant
Example: "She was unapologetic about her choices."
PT= sem remorsos, intransigente, decidido, firme, imperturbável
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Tooth Fairy
Tooth Fairy: A mythical character said to leave money for children who lose teeth.
Synonyms: Myth, legend, tale, fantasy, folklore
Example: "My son believes the tooth fairy will leave him a coin tonight."
PT= fada dos dentes, mito, lenda, fantasia, conto
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Withering Criticism
Withering Criticism: Extremely harsh and severe criticism.
Synonyms: Scathing, blistering, severe, cutting, harsh
Example: "The movie received withering criticism from reviewers."
PT= crítica devastadora, crítica feroz, crítica implacável, repreensão, censura ácida
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Tyranny
Tyranny: Cruel and oppressive government or rule.
Synonyms: Dictatorship, authoritarianism, despotism, autocracy, oppression
Example: "Many people have suffered under the tyranny of that regime."
PT= tirania, opressão, autoritarismo, ditadura, despotismo
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Dismal
Dismal: Depressingly dark or gloomy.
Synonyms: Bleak, dreary, drab, somber, morose
Example: "The weather today is quite dismal."
PT= sombrio, desolador, deprimente, triste, lugúbre
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Of All People
Of All People: Used to express surprise about someone's involvement in something.
Synonyms: Unexpectedly, surprisingly, ironically, out of everyone, notably
Example: "And she, of all people, should have known better!"
PT= logo ela, justo ela, de todas as pessoas, surpreendentemente, ironicamente
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Cut Down to Size
Cut Down to Size: To reduce someone's ego or self-importance.
Synonyms: Humble, deflate, belittle, demote, degrade
Example: "He was arrogant until someone cut him down to size."
PT= colocar no lugar, humilhar, reduzir, desinflar, cortar as asas
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Hardcore
Hardcore: Intensely committed or extreme.
Synonyms: Die-hard, fervent, intense, unyielding, extreme
Example: "She is a hardcore fan of that music band."
PT= radical, extremo, fervoroso, dedicado, obstinado
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Muck-breaking
Muck-breaking: Investigative journalism aimed at exposing corruption.
(Note: The term is usually "muckraking.")
Synonyms: Exposing, revealing, uncovering, whistleblowing, investigative
Example: "His muck-breaking stories exposed several scandals."
PT= denúncia, investigação jornalística, revelação, exposição, jornalismo investigativo
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Axiom
Axiom: A statement that is accepted as true without proof.
Synonyms: Postulate, principle, truism, given, self-evident truth
Example: "In geometry, it's an axiom that parallel lines never meet."
PT= axioma, postulado, princípio, verdade autoevidente, truísmo
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Ailing
Ailing: In poor health or condition.
Synonyms: Sickly, unwell, infirm, weak, frail
Example: "The ailing man was cared for by his family."
PT= debilitado, doente, enfermo, frágil, adoentado
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Extravagant
Extravagant: Excessive or over the top in cost or style.
Synonyms: Lavish, opulent, luxurious, prodigal, ostentatious
Example: "She wore an extravagant dress to the party."
PT= extravagante, luxuoso, opulento, ostentoso, faustoso
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Pragmatically
Pragmatically: In a practical way.
Synonyms: Practically, sensibly, realistically, functionally, utilitarianly
Example: "She approached the problem pragmatically."
PT= pragmaticamente, praticamente, realisticamente, sensatamente, funcionalmente
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Unrehearsed
Unrehearsed: Not prepared or practiced in advance.
Synonyms: Spontaneous, impromptu, improvised, ad-lib, offhand
Example: "The speech felt unrehearsed and genuine."
PT= não ensaiado, espontâneo, improvisado, imprevisto, impromptu
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Inevitably
Inevitably: As a certain or unavoidable outcome.
Synonyms: Unavoidably, certainly, definitely, assuredly, conclusively
Example: "Inevitably, winter will come."
PT= inevitavelmente, certamente, indubitavelmente, obrigatoriamente, inescapavelmente
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In Good Spirits
In Good Spirits: Feeling happy or cheerful.
Synonyms: Cheerful, elated, buoyant, joyful, upbeat
Example: "Despite the bad news, he remained in good spirits."
PT= de bom humor, animado, alegre, contente, feliz
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Post a Bond
Post a Bond: To pay a set amount of money as a guarantee for someone's appearance in court.
Synonyms: Bail out, secure release, guarantee appearance, deposit, ensure
Example: "His family managed to post a bond for his release."
PT= pagar fiança, depositar caução, garantir comparecimento, assegurar, liberar mediante pagamento
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Lucrative
Lucrative: Producing a lot of money; profitable.
Synonyms: Profitable, gainful, rewarding, remunerative, prosperous
Example: "Real estate can be a lucrative business."
PT= lucrativo, rentável, proveitoso, vantajoso, frutífero
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Unhinged
Unhinged: Mentally unbalanced; deranged.
Synonyms: Unstable, deranged, unbalanced, insane, disturbed
Example: "His actions made people think he was unhinged."
PT= desequilibrado, perturbado, insano, desvairado, alucinado
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Relay Riding
Relay Riding: A method of travel where riders switch horses at set points.
Synonyms: Pony express, horse-switching, staged riding, mounted courier, horse relay
Example: "Relay riding was used to deliver mail quickly."
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To Raise Dairy Cattle
To Raise Dairy Cattle: To rear cattle for milk production.
Synonyms: Breed dairy cattle, rear dairy cattle, cultivate dairy cattle, farm dairy cattle, produce dairy cattle
Example: "They raise dairy cattle to supply milk to the local market."
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To Raise Beef Cattle
To Raise Beef Cattle: To rear cattle for meat production.
Synonyms: Breed beef cattle, rear beef cattle, cultivate beef cattle, farm beef cattle, produce beef cattle
Example: "He decided to raise beef cattle on his farm."
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