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the turn of the century()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (history)
a. el cambio de siglo
Some of Barcelona's most beautiful architecture was built around the turn of the century.Parte de la arquitectura más hermosa de Barcelona se construyó alrededor del cambio de siglo.
b. no direct translation
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My family moved to America before the turn of the century.Mi familia se mudó a Estados Unidos antes del final del siglo.
The turn of the century brought about many changes.El comienzo de un nuevo siglo trajo consigo muchos cambios.
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