dentro de lo que cabe
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dentro de lo que cabe
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (idiom) (as far as possible)
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
a. all things considered
Dentro de lo que cabe, vivimos bien. Al menos tenemos cubiertas nuestras necesidades más básicas.All things considered, we live well. At least we have our most basic needs covered.
b. considering
El examen me fue bien dentro de lo que cabe. ¡No había estudiado nada!I did well in the exam, considering. I hadn't studied at all!
c. under the circumstances
Un divorcio es siempre difícil. Mi ex y yo tenemos una buena relación dentro de lo que cabe.A divorce is always difficult. My ex and I have a good relationship under the circumstances.
d. as far as can be expected
¿Está bien tu padre? - Bueno, dentro de lo que cabe. Tiene ya 98 años.Is your father well? - Well, as far as can be expected. He's 98 years old now.
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