as in to summarize
to express something (as a text or statement) in different words
would you mind translating this German article for me?
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as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
it remains to be seen whether the policy changes will translate into true progress
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Recent Examples of translate
David Oliver, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
While his expertise in dunking hasn't translated to the court in other areas, McClung continues to work hard.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
All of that has not necessarily translated to assists.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 6 Feb. 2025
And this, McMillian says, can translate to a successful performance.
—Jordan Smith, SELF, 7 Feb. 2025
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But does achieving that muscular physique actually translate to peak physical fitness?
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
While his expertise in dunking hasn't translated to the court in other areas, McClung continues to work hard.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
All of that has not necessarily translated to assists.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 6 Feb. 2025
And this, McMillian says, can translate to a successful performance.
—Jordan Smith, SELF, 7 Feb. 2025
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“Translate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/translate. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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