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Ground zero
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punto cero, epicentro
the exact location of a nuclear explosion
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Survivors recounted the devastation at ground zero of the atomic bomb blast in Hiroshima.
Los sobrevivientes relataron la devastación en el punto cero de la explosión de la bomba atómica en Hiroshima.
Rescue workers bravely entered ground zero to search for survivors amidst the rubble of the collapsed buildings.
Los rescatistas entraron valientemente en la zona cero para buscar sobrevivientes entre los escombros de los edificios derrumbados.
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punto cero, epicentro
the initial stage or place in which a significant event or activity happens or starts
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The discovery of the new virus strain marked ground zero for the global pandemic.
El descubrimiento de la nueva cepa del virus marcó el punto cero para la pandemia global.
The company 's decision to relocate its headquarters marked ground zero for their expansion into international markets.
La decisión de la empresa de reubicar su sede marcó el punto cero para su expansión en los mercados internacionales.
03
the site of the former World Trade Center in New York City after its destruction on September 11, 2001
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Visitors left flowers at ground zero.
Ground zero has been redeveloped as a memorial site.
04
the intended impact point of a bomb, missile, or other projectile
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The map indicated ground zero for the planned detonation.
Ground zero marks the target for precision bombing exercises.
