bend objects
[/bɛnd ˈɒbdʒɪkts/]
verb phrase
dobrar objetos
1. to apply force to something to change its shape or angle without breaking it
The magician can bend objects with his mind in the illusion.
O mágico consegue dobrar objetos com sua mente na ilusão.
2. to curve or flex an item from its original straight position
Please bend the metal rod carefully to avoid cracking it.
Por favor, dobre a barra de metal com cuidado para não quebrá-la.
3. to manipulate or deform something through physical pressure
The child tried to bend the plastic toy into a new shape.
A criança tentou dobrar o brinquedo de plástico em uma nova forma.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'dobrar' is the most prevalent term for bending physical objects in everyday language. In technical or engineering contexts, 'flexionar' may be used. The concept of bending objects is culturally neutral but appears frequently in contexts involving craftsmanship, sports, and children's activities in both American and Brazilian cultures.
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