screw up

US /skruː ˈʌp/
UK /skruː ˈʌp/
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1.

arruinar, meter la pata

to make a mistake or do something badly

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I really screwed up the presentation.
Realmente arruiné la presentación.
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Don't screw up this opportunity.
No arruines esta oportunidad.
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2.

perjudicar, fastidiar

to treat someone badly or unfairly

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The company really screwed him up by not paying him on time.
La empresa realmente lo perjudicó al no pagarle a tiempo.
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Don't let anyone screw you up.
No dejes que nadie te fastidie.
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exploitmistreattake advantage ofrip off
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