Stand off
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British pronunciation/stˈand ˈɒf/
American pronunciation/stˈænd ˈɔf/

Definición y Significado de "stand off"

to stand off
[phrase form: stand]
01

mantenerse en guardia, mantener a raya

to prevent a potential attacker from approaching by taking on a defensive posture
to stand off definition and meaning
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The security guards were trained to stand off any intruders with a strong and assertive presence.
Los guardias de seguridad fueron entrenados para mantener a raya a cualquier intruso con una presencia fuerte y asertiva.
The hikers were instructed on how to stand off any aggressive wildlife encounters by making themselves appear larger.
Se instruyó a los excursionistas sobre cómo mantenerse en guardia ante encuentros con fauna agresiva haciendo que se vean más grandes.
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mantenerse alejado, permanecer a distancia

to remain at a certain distance away from something or someone
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As a safety precaution, spectators were instructed to stand off from the racetrack during the car race.
Como medida de seguridad, se instruyó a los espectadores a mantenerse alejados de la pista durante la carrera de coches.
Participants in the parade were reminded to stand off from the moving vehicles to prevent accidents.
Se recordó a los participantes en el desfile que se mantuvieran alejados de los vehículos en movimiento para prevenir accidentes.
03

suspender, dejar en espera

to let go of a worker, whether temporarily or permanently, due to a lack of available work
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Due to a sudden decline in orders, the factory had to stand off several workers until production picked up again.
Debido a un repentino descenso en los pedidos, la fábrica tuvo que suspender a varios trabajadores hasta que la producción se reanudara.
The company faced financial challenges, leading them to stand off a portion of their workforce as a cost-cutting measure.
La empresa enfrentó desafíos financieros, lo que los llevó a suspender a una parte de su plantilla como medida de reducción de costos.
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alejarse, desplazarse lejos

to move one's watercraft away from the sea coast
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As the storm approached, the captain decided to stand off from the coast to ensure the safety of the ship and its crew.
A medida que se acercaba la tormenta, el capitán decidió alejarse de la costa para garantizar la seguridad del barco y su tripulación.
The sailors chose to stand off from the rocky coastline to avoid potential hazards hidden beneath the surface.
Los marineros eligieron alejarse de la costa rocosa para evitar peligros potenciales ocultos bajo la superficie.
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