lapso
1. (noun) A temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgment
She had a lapse in concentration during the exam.
Ela teve um lapso de concentração durante o exame.
2. (noun) A period of time that has passed
After a lapse of several years, they reunited.
Após um lapso de vários anos, eles se reencontraram.
3. (noun) A decline in standards or behavior
A moral lapse led to his downfall.
Um lapso moral levou à sua queda.
4. (verb) To fall back into a previous state or behavior
He lapsed into silence.
Ele caiu em silêncio.
5. (verb) To become invalid or expire
The insurance policy lapsed after non-payment.
A apólice de seguro expirou após falta de pagamento.
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