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pataleo de ahogado
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (figurative) (general)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. last resort
Tratar de obtener un préstamo fue un pataleo de ahogado, pero la suerte ya estaba echada, y la empresa quebró.Trying to get a loan was his last resort, but the die was already cast, and his company went bankrupt.
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