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forays

/ˈfɔːreɪz/ /ˈfɒreɪz/

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noun

Incursiones, incursiones

A sudden or irregular incursion in border warfare; hence, any irregular incursion for war or spoils; a raid.

Examples :

"The hungry squirrels made frequent forays into the bird feeder, stealing seeds whenever they could. "

Las ardillas hambrientas hacían frecuentes incursiones en el comedero de pájaros, robando semillas siempre que podían.

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noun

Incursiones, tentativas

A brief excursion or attempt, especially outside one's accustomed sphere.

Examples :

"My shy neighbor's forays into community events are often brief, but we always appreciate her trying to get involved. "

Las incursiones de mi tímida vecina en los eventos comunitarios suelen ser breves, pero siempre apreciamos que intente involucrarse.

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verb

Saquear, incursionar

To scour (an area or place) for food, treasure, booty etc.

Examples :

"During summer vacation, my siblings and I forayed into the nearby woods looking for wild berries. "

Durante las vacaciones de verano, mis hermanos y yo saqueamos los bosques cercanos en busca de bayas silvestres.

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verb

Saquear, devastar

To pillage; to ravage.

Examples :

"During the dark ages, Viking warriors forayed coastal villages, stealing valuables and burning homes. "

Durante la Edad Oscura, los guerreros vikingos saqueaban las aldeas costeras, robando objetos de valor e incendiando casas.

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