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drift off course
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. (general)
a. derivar
The lateral force of the wind against the sail would cause the boat to drift off course if it weren't for the centerboard.De no ser por la orza, el empuje lateral del viento contra la vela haría que barco derive.
b. decaer
The navigator determined the ship's location and found that they had drifted off course considerably.El oficial de derrota determinó la ubicación del barco y descubrió que habían decaído considerablemente.
c. devaler (because of current)
The current through this channel can cause us to drift off course if we're not careful.Si no tenemos cuidado, la corriente en este canal puede hacer que devalemos.
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