atentar contra

atentar contra
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to threaten
La construcción de la fábrica atenta contra los derechos de propiedad de quienes habitan la zona.The construction of the factory threatens the property rights of those who live in the area.
b. to infringe
Cortar el acceso al agua atenta contra nuestros derechos humanos.Cutting off access to water infringes our human rights.
c. to put at risk
La defraudación fiscal se considera un delito grave porque atenta contra la estabilidad financiera del país.Tax fraud is considered a serious offense because it puts at risk the country's financial stability.
a. to make an attempt
La vicepresidenta nunca imaginó que alguien tan cercano atentaría contra su vida.The vice president never imagined that someone so close would make an attempt on her life.
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