lurk

• Verbo usado para descrever a ação de alguém que permanece escondido ou à sombra, muitas vezes para observar sem ser notado. Também pode indicar a ação de navegar por um site, fórum ou rede social sem participar ativamente.

A verb used to describe the act of remaining hidden or staying in the background, often to observe without being noticed.

1. To lie in wait or hideB2formal

   To remain hidden or in a secret place, often with the intention of observing or ambushing.

   Esconder-se à espreita

   • The cat lurked in the bushes, waiting for a bird.
   • A suspicious figure was lurking near the entrance.
   • The predator lurked silently in the tall grass.

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   Antônimosappearemergeshowsurface

2. To be present in a hidden or unobtrusive wayB2informal

   To exist or be present without being obvious or active, often in a digital context.

   Estar presente de forma oculta ou discreta

   • He just lurks in the online chat room without posting anything.
   • Many users lurk on social media, reading but not commenting.
   • She lurked in the background of the conversation, listening carefully.

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3. To wait in hiding to attackB2formal

   To stay hidden in order to launch a surprise attack.

   Emboscar

   • The soldiers lurked in the forest, ready to ambush the enemy.
   • The thief lurked in the shadows, waiting for the right moment.
   • A dangerous animal lurked near the waterhole, stalking its prey.

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