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durchbiegen — meaning in English

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English meaning

bend verb To force something into a curved or angled shape.

Senses

durchbiegen is used for these senses in English:

bend (intransitive) To become curved.
bend (transitive, nautical) To tie, as in securing a line to a cleat; to shackle a chain to an anchor; make fast.

bend — full definition

verb To force something into a curved or angled shape.
verb To curve or change direction.
verb To lean or stoop the body.
verb To adapt rules or facts to suit a purpose.
noun A curve, turn, or angle.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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