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to bring down
01
derrubar, destituir
to make someone or something in power lose their position
Transitive: to bring down someone in power
Example
The employees united to bring down the corrupt manager.
The legal action threatened to bring down the influential lobbyist.
The people 's demand for democracy helped bring down the autocratic regime.
02
tristecer, deprimir
to cause sadness or unhappiness in someone
Transitive: to bring down sb
Example
Financial troubles can bring down even the most optimistic individuals.
The unexpected illness brought down the family.
His rude comments can easily bring down anyone.
03
reduzir, diminuir
to decrease the level, quantity, or intensity of something
Transitive: to bring down level or intensity of something
Example
The recent tax reforms aim to bring down the financial burden on small businesses.
Exercise and a healthy diet can help bring down the risk of heart disease.
Innovation in renewable energy sources is essential to bring down reliance on fossil fuels.
Example
The kids accidentally brought down the tower of building blocks.
The sudden push brought down the cyclist in a moment.
She brought down the opponent with a swift kick.
05
fazer descer, aterrar
to guide an aircraft downward for the purpose of landing
Transitive: to bring down an aircraft
Example
The experienced pilot brought down the jetliner without any issues.
06
derrubar, abater
to shoot at and force a plane, bird, or animal to fall
Transitive: to bring down a flying object or animal
Example
The hunters brought down several ducks during their expedition.
The military successfully brought down the hostile drone using anti-aircraft artillery.
Exemplo
The employees united to bring down the corrupt manager.
The legal action threatened to bring down the influential lobbyist.
The people's demand for democracy helped bring down the autocratic regime.
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