Expression Cards: phrasal-verb
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phrasal-verb
accept yourself as
reconocer y estar en paz con quien eres
Meaning
to recognize and be at peace with who you are
Example
You grow emotionally when you **accept yourself as** you truly are.
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account for
explicar la razón de algo; representar una parte de algo
Meaning
to explain the reason for something; to represent a portion of something
Example
These factors **account for** most of the differences in results.
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acknowledge someone for
reconocer y agradecer a alguien por su ayuda o contribución
Meaning
to recognize and thank someone for their help or contribution
Example
The company **acknowledged her for** her dedication and teamwork.
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acknowledge with
mostrar reconocimiento o apreciación a través de algo
Meaning
to show recognition or appreciation through something
Example
They **acknowledged with** a small gift for all his hard work.
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acknowledge with thanks
aceptar formalmente algo y agradecer al donante
Meaning
to formally accept something and thank the giver
Example
We **acknowledge with thanks** the donation from our partners.
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act out over stress
comportarse mal debido a que la presión se siente abrumadora
Meaning
to behave badly because pressure feels overwhelming
Example
Kids sometimes **act out over stress** when parents pack for long trips.
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act up
comportarse mal o causar problemas
Meaning
to behave badly or cause trouble
Example
The kids started to **act up** during the long car ride.
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act up to
comportarse de acuerdo con lo que se espera o es adecuado
Meaning
to behave according to what is expected or suitable
Example
She tries to **act up to** her reputation as a hardworking student.
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adapt around
modificar planes o comportamientos para adaptarse a las circunstancias cambiantes
Meaning
to modify plans or behavior to fit changing circumstances
Example
We need to **adapt around** the new market trends quickly.
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adapt around challenges
cambiar los planes o el comportamiento para enfrentar obstáculos de manera efectiva
Meaning
to change plans or behavior to deal with obstacles effectively
Example
Our team had to **adapt around challenges** when the project timeline shifted.
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adapt culturally
ajustar el comportamiento o la mentalidad para encajar en otra cultura
Meaning
to adjust behavior or mindset to fit into another culture
Example
When moving abroad, it’s important to **adapt culturally** to the new environment.
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adapt for
modificar o ajustar algo para hacerlo adecuado a una nueva cultura o propósito
Meaning
to modify or adjust something to make it suitable for a new culture or purpose
Example
The book was **adapted for** a film that appealed to global audiences.
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adapt from experience
cambiar el comportamiento o los métodos basados en lo que uno ha aprendido
Meaning
to change behavior or methods based on what one has learned
Example
Good leaders **adapt from experience** to face new challenges.
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adapt in
ajustarse a un nuevo entorno cultural o ambiente
Meaning
to adjust oneself to a new cultural environment or setting
Example
It takes time to **adapt in** a new cultural setting when moving abroad.
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adapt oneself to
ajustarse o cambiar para encajar en una nueva cultura o entorno
Meaning
to adjust or change to fit into a new culture or environment
Example
He quickly **adapted himself to** the local traditions.
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adapt out of necessity
cambiar el comportamiento o los planes debido a que las circunstancias lo exigen
Meaning
to change behavior or plans because circumstances require it
Example
During the crisis, businesses had to **adapt out of necessity**.
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adapt over time
ajustarse gradualmente a los cambios o nuevas circunstancias
Meaning
to gradually adjust to changes or new circumstances
Example
Teams often **adapt over time** as they face different challenges.
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adapt through
cambiar comportamiento o hábitos debido a la exposición a nuevas experiencias
Meaning
to change behavior or habits because of exposure to new experiences
Example
She managed to **adapt through** constant interaction with locals.
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adapt to
cambiar tu comportamiento para ajustarte a una nueva situación o cultura
Meaning
to change your behavior to fit a new situation or culture
Example
It takes patience to **adapt to** a completely different lifestyle.
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adapt under pressure
ajustarse efectivamente cuando se enfrentan situaciones estresantes
Meaning
to adjust effectively when facing stressful situations
Example
Professionals must learn to **adapt under pressure**.
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adapt within
ajustarse a uno mismo mientras se mantiene la identidad personal
Meaning
to adjust oneself while keeping personal identity
Example
Immigrants often **adapt within** new societies while keeping their traditions alive.
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adapt within communities
ajustar el comportamiento y los hábitos para encajar en una comunidad local
Meaning
to adjust behavior and habits to fit in with a local community
Example
Immigrants often need to **adapt within communities** to feel at home.
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adapt within new environments
ajustarse a nuevos alrededores culturales o costumbres
Meaning
to adjust yourself to new cultural surroundings or customs
Example
It takes time to **adapt within new environments**, but it’s worth it.
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add in
incluir un pequeño comentario o detalle educado
Meaning
to include a small polite comment or detail
Example
If I may, I’d like to **add in** one more observation.