Expression Cards
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idiom
nail down
hacer algo definitivo o seguro
Meaning
to make something definite or certain
Example
We need to **nail down** the details before signing the contract.
idiom
narrow down
reducir una lista de opciones a un número más pequeño
Meaning
to reduce a list of options to a smaller number
Example
We’ve **narrowed down** the candidates to the final three.
idiom
narrow down to
reducir las opciones a un número menor
Meaning
to reduce choices to a smaller number
Example
We’ve **narrowed it down to** three finalists.
idiom
narrow in
centrarse en un área más pequeña o un conjunto de opciones
Meaning
to focus on a smaller area or set of options
Example
Let’s **narrow in** on the two strongest proposals.
phrasal-verb
narrow in on
centrarse más estrechamente en un objetivo o decisión específica
Meaning
to focus more closely on a specific goal or decision
Example
He’s **narrowing in on** a few career options now.
idiom
natural language processing
un campo de IA que se centra en la interacción entre las computadoras y el lenguaje humano
Meaning
a field of AI that focuses on the interaction between computers and human language
Example
Natural language processing enables AI systems to understand and respond to human speech.
idiom
navigate uncharted waters
Lidiar con una situación que es nueva y desconocida.
Meaning
Deal with a situation that is new and unknown.
Example
Starting this business means **navigating uncharted waters**.
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neck and neck
muy parejos en una carrera o competencia
Meaning
very close in a race or competition
Example
The two runners were **neck and neck** until the final lap.
phrasal-verb
nerd out over
emocionarse discutiendo un tema especializado favorito
Meaning
to get excited discussing a favorite specialized topic
Example
We **nerd out over** robotics every Tuesday club meeting.
idiom
Nero fiddled while Rome burned
Ignorar una crisis o situación grave mientras se hace algo trivial.
Meaning
To ignore a crisis or serious situation while doing something trivial.
Example
The leader was accused of **fiddling while Rome burned** during the economic collapse.
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nest egg
dinero ahorrado para el futuro
Meaning
money saved for the future
Example
They’ve built a small **nest egg** for their retirement.
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Nest feathering
Usar su posición o poder para beneficio financiero personal.
Meaning
Using one’s position or power for personal financial gain.
Example
The politician was accused of **nest feathering**.
phrasal-verb
network with
hacer conexiones profesionales o sociales con otros
Meaning
to make professional or social connections with others
Example
She actively **networks with** leaders from different countries.
idiom
neural network
Una serie de algoritmos que intentan reconocer relaciones subyacentes en un conjunto de datos.
Meaning
A series of algorithms that attempt to recognize underlying relationships in a set of data.
Example
The AI system was built using a **neural network** to recognize patterns.
idiom
neural network of ideas
una red compleja e interconectada de pensamientos o conceptos
Meaning
a complex and interconnected web of thoughts or concepts
Example
Her brain works like a **neural network of ideas**.
idiom
neural spark
un momento repentino de visión o creatividad en la innovación de la IA
Meaning
a sudden moment of insight or creativity in AI innovation
Example
Her idea was a true **neural spark** that changed the whole project.
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Never give up
Siempre continúa intentando a pesar de las dificultades.
Meaning
Always continue trying despite difficulties.
Example
No matter how hard it is, **never give up**.
idiom
never look back
centrarse en avanzar y no quedarse pensando en los errores del pasado
Meaning
to focus on moving forward and not dwell on past mistakes
Example
Once she made the decision, she promised to **never look back**.
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Never say die
Siempre mantén una actitud optimista y determinada.
Meaning
Always remain optimistic and determined.
Example
He faced many challenges but had a **never say die** attitude.
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never say never
animar a alguien a mantenerse esperanzado y no rendirse
Meaning
to encourage someone to stay hopeful and not give up
Example
**Never say never**—you might succeed next time.
idiom
new blood
nuevas personas que traen ideas frescas
Meaning
new people who bring fresh ideas
Example
The company needs **new blood** to stay competitive.
idiom
new kid on the block
alguien nuevo en un lugar o situación
Meaning
someone new to a place or situation
Example
He’s the **new kid on the block** in the company.
idiom
new lease of life
darle a alguien o algo un nuevo comienzo o nueva energía
Meaning
to give someone or something a fresh start or new energy
Example
The renovation of the old building has given it a **new lease of life**.
idiom
new lease on life
una oportunidad para vivir o comenzar algo de nuevo después de un periodo de dificultad
Meaning
a chance to live or start something again after a period of difficulty
Example
Winning the award gave her a **new lease on life**.