to catch someone off guard; to surprise unexpectedly
sorprender a alguien inesperadamente
"The sudden rain took us by surprise."
"La lluvia repentina nos sorprendió."
a strategic move to gain or maintain control
to study or explore something in great depth
something done out of passion, not for money
to reverse a negative situation and make it positive
to choose a longer or more beautiful way to travel
Things are usually worst just before they improve.