No. 7,889 in Russian
каскад
"Cascade" – a series of waterfalls or a sequence of events or processes.
In a sentence
В горах мы видели каскад водопадов.
In the mountains, we saw a cascade of waterfalls.
In this sentence, 'каскад' refers to a series or sequence of waterfalls, emphasizing its natural, geographic context.
Каскад света из окна озарил комнату.
A cascade of light from the window illuminated the room.
The term 'каскад' here metaphorically describes the flow or abundance of light, highlighting its artistic or figurative usage in describing visual effects.
Хореограф придумал каскад движений для нового танца.
The choreographer designed a cascade of movements for the new dance.
Here, 'каскад' refers to a sequence or arrangement of dance movements, showcasing its use in artistic or choreographic contexts.
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