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to shoot down
[phrase form: shoot]
01
neerschieten, afschieten
to fire upon an aircraft or another object with the intent of bringing it to the ground
Transitive: to shoot down an aircraft or flying object
Example
Authorities decided to shoot down the unauthorized drone near the airport.
The fighter jets were ordered to shoot down the incoming missiles.
02
afwijzen, verwerpen
to prevent the progress of something
Transitive: to shoot down a plan or process
Example
They tried to shoot down the new policy in the debate.
The critics attempted to shoot down the initiative, but it gained widespread support.
The committee 's decision to shoot down the project disappointed many stakeholders.
03
onderuit halen, afbranden
to be too harsh on someone just to prove that their ideas are wrong or stupid
Transitive: to shoot down someone's ideas or reputation
Example
The opposition tried to shoot down the candidate 's reputation with negative campaigning.
During the debate, opponents tried to shoot down the candidate 's stance on economic policies.
In the competitive business world, rivals often try to shoot down each other 's success through negative press.
04
snel naar beneden schieten, met hoge snelheid naar beneden gaan
to swiftly and forcefully travel in a particular direction
Transitive: to shoot down a path or place
Example
The skier shot down the slope, navigating through the snow effortlessly.
The roller coaster shot down the track, thrilling the riders.
Voorbeeld
Authorities decided to shoot down the unauthorized drone near the airport.
The fighter jets were ordered to shoot down the incoming missiles.
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