bearings
Prononciation : [ˈbɛrɪŋz]
Contexte : « navigation »
(noun) bearings are the directions or positions that help someone find their way. When you're using a map or compass, you look at your bearings to see where to go.
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He took his bearings and confidently walked towards the campsite.
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Without knowing his bearings, he got lost in the forest.
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Can you tell me what your bearings are to find the way back to the car?
Contexte : « relationship »
(noun) bearings can also mean how something relates to others or how a person behaves. It’s like how you carry yourself and how you interact with those around you.
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She has a strong sense of her bearings when working with her team.
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His lack of bearings often caused misunderstandings with his friends.
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How do your bearings affect your friendships?
Contexte : « mechanics »
(noun) bearings are parts in machines that help things move smoothly. They reduce friction between moving parts so that machines work better.
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The engineer replaced the old bearings to make the motor run more efficiently.
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Without proper bearings, the machine couldn’t function and broke down.
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Do you know why good bearings are crucial for machine performance?