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to fight off
[phrase form: fight]
01
repeler, resistir
to resist or overcome a temptation, impulse, attack, etc.
Transitive: to fight off an urge
Ejemplos
Despite the tempting offer, she managed to fight off the urge to indulge in unhealthy snacks.
A pesar de la oferta tentadora, logró resistir el impulso de disfrutar de bocadillos poco saludables.
He had to fight off the desire to procrastinate and stay focused on his work.
Tuvo que luchar contra el deseo de procrastinar y mantenerse concentrado en su trabajo.
02
repeler, luchar contra
to resist or defend against an attack or threat, whether physical or metaphorical
Transitive: to fight off an attack or threat
Ejemplos
The immune system works to fight off infections and keep the body healthy.
El sistema inmunológico trabaja para repeler infecciones y mantener el cuerpo saludable.
He had to fight off a swarm of mosquitoes during the outdoor camping trip.
Tuvo que repeler un enjambre de mosquitos durante el campamento al aire libre.
