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An association of manufacturers or suppliers with the purpose of maintaining prices at a high level and restricting competition.

“O governo investigou a formação de um cartel pelas empresas de cimento.”

A branch of mathematics that uses a coordinate system to represent geometric points, lines, and shapes as algebraic equations, typically utilizing perpendicular axes.

“By applying Cartesian geometry, the engineer was able to plot the trajectory of the projectile on a two-dimensional plane.”

A prestigious French luxury goods company known for its jewelry, watches, and accessories, often used metonymically to refer to high-end, luxury items produced by the brand.

“She wore a vintage Cartier watch that had been passed down through three generations.”

The science, art, and practice of making and studying maps, charts, and globes.

“The advent of satellite imagery has revolutionized the field of modern cartography.”

To create a new opportunity, career, or method of progress through significant effort, determination, or innovation.

“She worked tirelessly to carve a path for women in the male-dominated field of aerospace engineering.”

Decorative or artistic objects, designs, or figures created by cutting into a hard material such as wood, stone, or ivory.

“The ancient temple was famous for its intricate stone carvings depicting scenes from mythology.”

To marry; to enter into a marriage or legal union with someone.

“Eles vão casar no próximo mês.”

The citadel or fortified quarter of a North African city, typically characterized by narrow, winding streets and high-walled buildings.

“The tourists spent the afternoon getting lost in the labyrinthine alleys of the Algiers casbah.”

The process or act of assembling evidence, arguments, and reasoning to build a persuasive justification or legal argument for a specific position or decision.

“The defense attorney spent the entire weekend on case making before the trial.”

To release a boat or ship from its moorings; to set sail or depart.

“The captain gave the order to cast off just as the tide began to rise.”

A hollow container or form used to give a specific shape to molten or liquid material, such as metal, plastic, or plaster, as it cools and hardens.

“The artisan carefully poured the molten bronze into the intricate casting mold.”

A large fortified building or set of buildings, typically of medieval origin, with thick walls, battlements, towers, and often a moat.

“The ancient stone castle stood majestically on the hill overlooking the river.”

An activity or pastime engaged in for relaxation or amusement without serious intent or long-term commitment.

“Playing a quick game of solitaire on her phone served as a casual diversion during the long train ride.”

A small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws, widely kept as a pet or for catching mice.

“The cat curled up on the warm sofa and went to sleep.”

A visual representation, photograph, drawing, or digital graphic depicting a domestic cat.

“She browsed the internet for a cute cat image to set as her new desktop wallpaper.”