Pesquisar
to waste
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desperdiçar
to use something without care or more than needed
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desperdiçar
to use financial or material resources recklessly, extravagantly, or in a manner that lacks prudent management
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desperdiçar
to eliminate or kill someone
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desperdiçar
to dispose of or eliminate something
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desperdiçar
to gradually lose physical strength, usually due to illness, malnutrition, or other adverse conditions
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desperdiçar
to cause extensive destruction; to lay waste to an area, structure, or resource
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desperdiçar
to cause something to shrink or become weaker gradually
Waste
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an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation
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materials that have no use and are unwanted
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useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly
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the act of putting something such a resource to wrong or careless use
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(law) reduction in the value of an estate caused by act or neglect
waste
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situated in a barren, desolate, or remote area, often characterized by its isolation and lack of resources
Exemplo
The company was criticized for its tendency to waste resources without considering environmental impacts.
It's unfortunate that some people waste electricity by leaving lights on when they're not needed.
She tends to waste water by leaving the faucet running while brushing her teeth.
The wealthy spendthrift wasted money on lavish parties and unnecessary luxuries.
Over the months, the harsh conditions of the prison camp wasted the prisoners.
