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to con
01
podvádět, okrást
to deceive someone in order to deprive them of something, such as money, property, or information
Transitive: to con sb
Příklady
The scammer conned elderly individuals into giving them their life savings by posing as a bank representative over the phone.
Podvodník podvedl starší lidi, aby mu vydali své celoživotní úspory tím, že se přes telefon vydával za bankovního zástupce.
The fraudster conned unsuspecting tourists by selling them counterfeit goods at inflated prices.
Podvodník podvedl nic netušící turisty tím, že jim prodával padělané zboží za nadsazené ceny.
02
důkladně studovat nebo memorovat něco, zejména opakováním
to study or memorize something thoroughly, especially by repetition
Transitive: to con information
Příklady
She conned the entire textbook for the exam by reading it every night.
Nadrtala celou učebnici na zkoušku tím, že ji četla každou noc.
He conned the speech word for word to ensure he would not forget it.
Naučil se proslov slovo od slova, aby se ujistil, že na něj nezapomene.
01
nevýhoda, zápor
a disadvantage or negative aspect of a situation or decision
Příklady
A major con of living in a big city is the high cost of housing.
Hlavní nevýhoda života ve velkém městě jsou vysoké náklady na bydlení.
They discussed the cons of the new policy, including longer working hours and reduced flexibility.
Diskutovali o nevýhodách nové politiky, včetně delší pracovní doby a snížené flexibility.
02
a swindle in which someone is cheated or deceived for another's gain
Příklady
He fell victim to a con while playing cards in the casino.
The street vendor 's " rare coin " was actually part of a con.
03
an individual currently serving time in jail or prison
Příklady
The con was transferred to a maximum-security facility.
He met several cons while working in the prison library.
con
01
against an opinion or proposition
Příklady
He argued con the motion, presenting several strong points.
The senator spoke con the proposed legislation.
