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estar a punto de estallar
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
1. (figurative) (to be extremely angry)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. to simmer (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
Deja de burlarte de Agustín. Está a punto de estallar.Stop making fun of Agustin. He's simmering.
a. to be about to explode
El coche está prendido fuego. Parece que está a punto de estallar.The car is on fire. It looks like it's about to explode.
b. to be about to blow
¡Suficiente aire! El globo está a punto de estallar.That's enough air! The balloon is about to blow.
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