Rechercher
to crack
01
se fendre, se fissurer
to break on the surface without falling into separate pieces
Intransitive
Example
The frozen lake began to crack as temperatures rose, creating patterns on the surface.
The heat caused the pavement to crack, requiring repairs to prevent further damage.
02
fendre, fissurer
to cause something to break, split, or fracture, often resulting in the formation of cracks or fissures
Transitive: to crack sth
Example
The earthquake cracked the foundation of the house.
The heavy object falling onto the windshield cracked it.
03
craquer, frapper
to produce a sharp or explosive noise
Intransitive
Example
As the thunderstorm approached, lightning cracked across the sky.
The whip cracked loudly as the cowboy urged his horse forward.
04
pirater, contourner
to bypass or overcome a security system or barrier
Transitive: to crack a security system or barrier
Example
The thieves used lock-picking techniques to crack the door's security and break into the building.
The hackers attempted to crack the company's firewall to gain access to sensitive customer data.
05
frapper, coup de poing
to strike or hit someone or something with force
Transitive: to crack sb/sth
Example
The boxer cracked his opponent with a powerful right hook to the jaw.
The bully cracked the door with his fist, causing it to splinter.
06
casser, fissurer
to break due to the application of force, stress, or pressure
Intransitive
Example
The old bridge cracked and collapsed under the weight of the heavy truck.
He kicked the door with such force that it cracked down the middle.
07
craquer, décomposer
to break down complex organic molecules into simpler compounds
Transitive: to crack organic molecules
Example
In the laboratory, researchers crack hydrocarbons to produce ethylene and propylene for use in plastics manufacturing.
To extract valuable chemicals, biomass is cracked into sugars, lignin, and other components.
08
révéler, dévoiler
to reveal or disclose something suddenly or impulsively
Intransitive
Example
Despite his efforts to keep it a secret, he cracked and told his friends about the surprise party.
She could n't keep the exciting news to herself any longer and cracked during lunch.
09
céder sous la pression, craquer sous la pression
to become overwhelmed by intense psychological pressure
Intransitive
Example
The soldier cracked under the constant threat of combat, experiencing severe anxiety and panic attacks.
The high-pressure environment at work caused her to crack, leading to frequent emotional outbursts.
10
pirater, proférer une intrusion
to illegally access a computer system with harmful intent
Transitive: to crack a computer system
Example
The hacker attempted to crack the company's network security to steal sensitive information.
Cybercriminals use sophisticated tools to crack passwords and gain unauthorized access to online accounts.
Crack
01
fissure, crevasse
a narrow opening or split, often caused by damage or pressure
Example
A crack appeared in the wall after the earthquake.
Light shone through a crack in the door.
02
un bruit sec, un coup sec
a sudden sharp noise
03
fissure, coup
the act of cracking something
04
une tentative, un essai
a usually brief attempt
05
crack, crack cocaine
a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive
06
fissure, craquement
a blemish resulting from a break without complete separation of the parts
07
réplique, blague
witty remark
08
une occasion, une chance
a chance to do something
crack
01
exceptionnel, formidable
exceptionally skilled, excellent, or proficient
Example
She's a crack shot with a rifle, hitting the target dead center every time.
He's a crack negotiator, always getting the best deals for his clients.
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