refine
US /rɪˈfaɪn/
UK /rɪˈfaɪn/
1.
refinar, purificar
remove impurities or unwanted elements from (a substance), typically as part of an industrial process.
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The company uses advanced techniques to refine crude oil.
A empresa usa técnicas avançadas para refinar o petróleo bruto.
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Sugar is refined to remove molasses and other impurities.
O açúcar é refinado para remover melaço e outras impurezas.
2.
refinar, aprimorar
improve (something) by making small changes, in particular make it more subtle and accurate.
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She spent hours trying to refine her technique.
Ela passou horas tentando refinar sua técnica.
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We need to refine our strategy to achieve better results.
Precisamos refinar nossa estratégia para alcançar melhores resultados.