No. 10,764 in Spanish
desafiaban
"Desafiaban" means "they challenged" or "they defied."
In a sentence
Los jóvenes desafiaban las normas establecidas de la sociedad.
The young people were challenging the established norms of society.
The phrase "desafiaban las normas" indicates that the young people were questioning or resisting established rules, showing a non-conformity or opposition.
A medida que subía la montaña, desafiaban sus propios límites físicos.
As they ascended the mountain, they were challenging their own physical limits.
"Desafiaban sus propios límites" demonstrates an introspective challenge, where people push against their own capacities or boundaries.
Los exploradores desafiaban tempestades para continuar su travesía.
The explorers faced storms to continue their journey.
Here, "desafiaban tempestades" implies bravery and determination in facing natural obstacles and adversities.
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