No. 13,550 in Polish
pikuje
"Pikuje" means "dives" or "nose-dives" (typically referring to sudden downward movement, like that of a bird or plane).
In a sentence
Ptak pikuje, aby schwytać swoją ofiarę.
The bird is diving to catch its prey.
Here, 'pikuje' refers to the physical action of diving or swooping down, usually associated with birds or aircraft.
Samolot pikuje, co oznacza niebezpieczną sytuację.
The airplane is diving, which indicates a dangerous situation.
In this context, 'pikuje' conveys the act of descending sharply, often indicating an emergency maneuver for an aircraft.
Rynek akcji pikuje od tygodnia.
The stock market has been plunging for a week.
Here, 'pikuje' metaphorically describes a decrease or fall, often steep or abrupt, in financial paradigms or other contexts.
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