derail
US /ˌdiːˈreɪl/
UK /ˌdiːˈreɪl/
1.
descarrilar
cause (a train or tram) to leave its tracks accidentally
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The heavy snow caused the train to derail.
La fuerte nevada hizo que el tren se descarrilara.
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An investigation is underway to determine why the train derailed.
Se está investigando por qué el tren se descarriló.
2.
descarrilar, frustrar
prevent (a plan or process) from continuing as intended
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His sudden resignation threatened to derail the entire project.
Su repentina renuncia amenazó con descarrilar todo el proyecto.
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Don't let minor setbacks derail your progress.
No dejes que pequeños contratiempos descarrilen tu progreso.