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ad hoc(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. ad hoc
On this occasion, the two sides were able to reach an ad hoc agreement.En esta ocasión, las dos partes pudieron llegar a un acuerdo ad hoc.
b. especial para el caso
A series of ad hoc measures was adopted in an attempt to prevent violence from spreading.Se adoptó una serie de medidas especiales para el caso, en un intento por impedir que se propagara la violencia.
c. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
We have an ad hoc arrangement for paying for repairs.Acordamos pagar las reparaciones a medida que se hicieran necesarias.
We're not looking for an ad hoc solution, but rather for a more general one.No intentamos encontrar una solución que funcione solo en este caso, sino una de tipo más general.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
I'm not a permanent member of staff. I just work for them ad hoc.No estoy en plantilla. Solo trabajo para ellos cuando me necesitan.
Issues tend to be dealt with ad hoc, without regular meetings.Normalmente nos ocupamos de los asuntos según se presentan, en lugar de reunirnos con regularidad.
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