No. 5,454 in Russian
планку
The Russian word "планку" translates to "bar" or "plank" in English, often referring to a physical or metaphorical level or standard.
In a sentence
Чтобы добиться успеха, нужно постоянно повышать планку.
To achieve success, one must constantly raise the bar.
In this sentence, 'планку' is used figuratively to represent a standard or goal that is raised higher.
Она удержала планку на высоте вытянутой руки.
She held the bar at the height of an outstretched arm.
Here, 'планку' is literally referring to a physical bar being held.
Спортсмен преодолел планку с легкостью.
The athlete cleared the bar with ease.
In this context, 'планку' refers to a physical bar used in a sporting event, specifically in high jump or pole vaulting.
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