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conquering

[/ˈkɑːŋkərɪŋ/]
verb (gerund/present participle)
conquistando
1. The act of overcoming and taking control of a place or people by military force
The army is conquering new territories.
O exército está conquistando novos territórios.
2. The act of overcoming a difficulty, problem, or fear
She is conquering her fear of heights.
Ela está conquistando seu medo de alturas.
3. The act of winning someone's love or affection
He is conquering her heart with his kindness.
Ele está conquistando o coração dela com sua gentileza.
Synonyms
overcomingcapturingseizingsubduingwinning
Antonyms
surrenderinglosingyieldingretreating

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conquistando
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
conquistando
No regional variation
Rio de Janeiro
conquistando
No regional variation
Portugal
conquistando
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

conquering the world
conquering one's demons
conquering new markets
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