EN · C2

The phrase ‘she is not lacking in ambition’ may sound cautiously detached although I meant to praise persistence; I would rather name what I value than expect the reader to untangle a compliment wrapped in a negative.

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Zwrot „nie brak jej ambicji” może zostać odczytany jako ostrożny dystans, choć zamierzałem pochwalić wytrwałość; wolę nazwać to, co cenię, niż liczyć, że odbiorca rozplącze komplement owinięty w przeczenie.

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Flashcard #5369 · C2

The phrase ‘she is not lacking in ambition’ may sound cautiously detached although I meant to praise persistence; I would rather name what I value than expect the reader to untangle a compliment wrapped in a negative.

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EN · C2
  1. A

    Does “she doesn't lack ambition” sound like praise?

    Czy „nie brak jej ambicji” brzmi jak pochwała?

  2. B

    The phrase ‘she is not lacking in ambition’ may sound cautiously detached although I meant to praise persistence; I would rather name what I value than expect the reader to untangle a compliment wrapped in a negative.

    Zwrot „nie brak jej ambicji” może zostać odczytany jako ostrożny dystans, choć zamierzałem pochwalić wytrwałość; wolę nazwać to, co cenię, niż liczyć, że odbiorca rozplącze komplement owinięty w przeczenie.

  3. A

    I meant her perseverance.

    Chodziło mi o jej wytrwałość.

  4. B

    Then let's name it directly.

    Nazwijmy ją więc wprost.

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Polish

Omawianie treści rekomendacji zawodowej.

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English

Discussing the contents of a professional reference.

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German

Den Inhalt einer beruflichen Empfehlung besprechen.

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Spanish

Comentar el contenido de una recomendación profesional.

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Russian

Обсуждение содержания профессиональной рекомендации.

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