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to fasten
01
apertar, prender
to bring two parts of something together
Transitive: to fasten two connecting pieces
Exemplos
The carpenter worked diligently to fasten the loose planks of the wooden fence.
O carpinteiro trabalhou diligentemente para apertar as tábuas soltas da cerca de madeira.
02
fechar, apertar
to become closed with buttons, etc.
Intransitive
Exemplos
The tent flaps fastened tightly in preparation for the storm, ensuring that no rain would seep inside.
As abas da barraca fecharam-se firmemente em preparação para a tempestade, garantindo que nenhuma chuva entraria.
03
fixar, concentrar
to focus or direct one's attention, gaze, etc. intently and steadily
Ditransitive: to fasten one's attention on sth
Exemplos
The detective fastened his investigation on the suspect, gathering evidence to build a case against him.
O detetive concentrou sua investigação no suspeito, reunindo provas para construir um caso contra ele.
04
apertar, segurar
to hold or grip firmly in place
Transitive: to fasten one's grip somewhere
Exemplos
The eagle fastened its talons onto the branch, surveying the landscape below with keen eyesight.
A águia fixou suas garras no galho, examinando a paisagem abaixo com visão aguçada.
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