Keresés
to flatten
01
símítani, laposítani
to reduce the thickness or height of something, making it less raised or elevated in its shape or form
Transitive: to flatten a surface
Example
The construction crew used a steamroller to flatten the newly paved road.
After the dough rose, the baker needed to flatten it with a rolling pin.
To create more space, they decided to flatten the hilly terrain and build a foundation.
02
bémol, lapítani
to adjust a musical note in pitch by lowering it by a semitone
Transitive: to flatten a musical note or chord
Example
The pianist had to flatten the F sharp in the melody to match the key signature of the composition.
The vocalist used her trained ear to flatten the high notes during the performance.
The guitarist instinctively knew when to flatten certain chords to create the melancholic tone of the ballad.
03
megsemmisít, legyőz
to thoroughly defeat someone in an argument, a contest, etc.
Transitive: to flatten an opponent or rival
Example
Despite his best efforts, she flattened him in the debate with her well-researched points and persuasive arguments.
The soccer team flattened their rivals in the championship match, scoring six goals to secure a decisive victory.
In the academic competition, she flattened her opponents with her depth of knowledge and quick thinking.
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