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idiom
patch over
cubrir un problema sin realmente arreglarlo
Meaning
to cover up a problem without truly fixing it
Example
We can’t just **patch over** the security flaws.
phrasal-verb
patch over differences
tratar de ignorar desacuerdos y restaurar la paz
Meaning
to try to ignore disagreements and restore peace
Example
They decided to **patch over differences** and move on.
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patch things up
reparar una relación después de una discusión
Meaning
to repair a relationship after a disagreement
Example
They finally **patched things up** after their fight.
phrasal-verb
patch things up with
reparar una relación después de una discusión o conflicto
Meaning
to repair a relationship after an argument or conflict
Example
They finally **patched things up with** each other after weeks of silence.
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patch together
ensamblar algo rápidamente y de manera burda
Meaning
to assemble something quickly and roughly
Example
We managed to **patch together** a plan before the call.
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patch up
arreglar algo o mejorar una relación dañada
Meaning
to repair something or improve a damaged relationship
Example
They managed to **patch up** their friendship after the argument.
phrasal-verb
patch up bugs
arreglar pequeños errores o problemas en el software
Meaning
to fix small errors or issues in software
Example
Developers are working to **patch up bugs** found in the latest release.
idiom
patience is a virtue
ser paciente es una buena cualidad
Meaning
being patient is a good quality
Example
Remember, **patience is a virtue**, so take your time.
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Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet
Aunque esperar es difícil, da buenos resultados.
Meaning
Although waiting is hard, it results in good outcomes.
Example
It might be tough, but **patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet**.
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Patience pays off
Ser paciente eventualmente conducirá a resultados positivos.
Meaning
Being patient will eventually lead to positive results.
Example
I know you’ve been waiting for a long time, but trust me, **patience pays off**.
phrasal-verb
pause within
tomarse un descanso mental y observar sus sentimientos antes de reaccionar
Meaning
to take a mental break and observe your feelings before reacting
Example
He learned to **pause within** before saying something hurtful.
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pave the way
hacer que el progreso sea más fácil para que otros lo sigan
Meaning
to make progress easier for others to follow
Example
Her research **paved the way** for future discoveries.
phrasal-verb
pave the way for
crear condiciones que hagan algo posible
Meaning
to create conditions that make something possible
Example
Her strong performance **paved the way for** her promotion.
idiom
pay a compliment
dar elogios o admiración a alguien
Meaning
to give praise or admiration to someone
Example
He always knows how to **pay a compliment** to make someone feel better.
idiom
pay attention to
prestar atención a algo o escuchar cuidadosamente
Meaning
to listen carefully or give thought to something
Example
You should **pay attention to** the details of the project.
phrasal-verb
pay back
devolver el dinero que pediste prestado
Meaning
to return money that you borrowed
Example
I will **pay back** the money I borrowed from you next week.
idiom
Pay dividends
Obtener beneficios o recompensas más tarde.
Meaning
To bring benefits or rewards later.
Example
Investing in education always **pays dividends** in the long run.
phrasal-verb
pay down
reducir una deuda gradualmente haciendo pagos regulares
Meaning
to reduce a debt gradually by making regular payments
Example
She’s trying to **pay down** her credit card debt.
phrasal-verb
pay for
dar dinero a cambio de algo; sufrir las consecuencias
Meaning
to give money in exchange for something; to suffer the consequences
Example
You will **pay for** your mistakes one day.
phrasal-verb
pay homage to
rendir homenaje a
Meaning
to show deep respect or tribute to someone or something
Example
Citizens **pay homage to** national heroes on Independence Day.
phrasal-verb
pay in
depositar dinero en un banco o cuenta
Meaning
to deposit money into a bank or account
Example
She **paid in** a large sum yesterday.
phrasal-verb
pay into
depositar dinero en una cuenta bancaria o fondo
Meaning
to deposit money into a bank account or fund
Example
I **paid into** my savings account yesterday.
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pay it forward
hacer algo amable por alguien más después de recibir amabilidad
Meaning
to do something kind for someone else after receiving kindness
Example
After receiving help from a stranger, he decided to **pay it forward** by helping someone in need.
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pay off
rendir buenos resultados después de un esfuerzo
Meaning
to yield good results after effort
Example
All those late nights finally **paid off** during the launch.