displace
US /dɪˈspleɪs/
UK /dɪˈspleɪs/
1.
deslocar, substituir
to take the place of someone or something
:
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New technology often displaces older methods.
Novas tecnologias frequentemente deslocam métodos mais antigos.
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The new factory will displace many local businesses.
A nova fábrica deslocará muitos negócios locais.
2.
desalojar, deslocar
to force something or someone out of its usual or proper place
:
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The floodwaters displaced thousands of residents.
As águas da enchente desalojaram milhares de moradores.
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The earthquake displaced rocks and soil.
O terremoto deslocou rochas e solo.