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Definition of shell firm - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
businessTECH. US company existing only on paper without active businessTECH. US
- The investigation revealed it was a shell firm.
- The shell firm had no employees or assets.
- He set up a shell firm to avoid taxes.
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Expressions with shell
outer covering left after contents are removed
The beach was covered in empty shell after the storm.
game where a pea is hidden under shells
He lost money playing the shell game at the fair.
pay a large amount of money unwillingly
He had to shell out $500 for the unexpected car repair..
company existing only on paper, often for business transactions
The shell corporation had no employees or real office.
person lacking emotions or purpose
After the tragedy, he felt like just an empty shell.
withdraw from social interactions or activities
After the argument, he crawled into his shell and avoided everyone.
become withdrawn and avoid social interaction
After the argument, he went into his shell.
more confident and willing to talk
After joining the club, she came out of her shell.
less shy and reserved
After a few weeks, Maya was finally out of your shell at meetings.
withdraw from social interactions
She tends to retreat into her shell when she's feeling overwhelmed.
become less sociable or more shy
After the argument, he began to withdraw into his shell.
shy and avoiding social interaction
After the incident, he became withdrawn into his shell and rarely spoke to anyone.
person lacking vitality or spirit due to hardship
After the tragedy, he became a shell of a man.
withdraw from social interaction or engagement
After the argument, he retired into a shell.
withdraw from social interaction or communication
After the argument, he retired into his shell.
hard outer layer of an oyster
The oyster shell protects the soft body inside.
crust forming the base and sides of a pie
She carefully placed the apple filling into the pie shell.
collecting seashells as a leisure activity
Shell collecting is a popular beach pastime.
material from the shell used in jewelry
She wore a necklace made of pearl shell.
in a state of stunned confusion or shock
She was shell-shocked by the unexpected news.
lightweight jacket designed to block wind and resist water
He wore a shell jacket on his hike to stay dry..
type of taco with soft tortilla
I prefer a soft shell taco over a hard shell one.
hard protective outer layer
The turtle's armored shell protects it from predators.
shell free from dirt or debris
The diver found a clean shell on the ocean floor.
Expressions with firm
make something firmer or less soft
Heat can firm up the resin before molding.
strict and decisive leadership or management style
The team needs a firm hand to stay on track.
in a strict and controlled way
She managed the team with a firm hand.
maintain a secure position in a situation
The company has a firm foothold in the tech industry.
securely established or positioned
The company is now on a firm footing after restructuring.
in a situation that is safe or confident
She argued on firm ground during the debate.
express a strong opinion or position
She decided to take a firm stand on the issue of climate change.
quality of steady and confident control in leadership or management
The company thrived under her firm hand on the tiller.
person who provides steady control or leadership in a situation
The firm hand at the tiller guided the team through crisis.
tight hold on something
He kept a firm grasp on the rope to avoid falling.
solid surface that does not sink or move
We finally reached firm ground after walking through mud.
ground that is not easily disturbed
Firm soil is ideal for building foundations.
keep a steady grip or posture
The sailor held firm to the rope during the storm..
business formed by lawyers to practice law
She works at a prestigious law firm.
maintain one's position despite opposition or pressure
Despite the threats, she chose to stand firm and not compromise.
company engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities
She works for a well-known business firm in the city..
strict yet just and reasonable
The teacher was firm but fair in grading the exams.
strong and definite promise or pledge
She made a firm commitment to finish the project on time.
stable and secure position
The hiker found firm footing on the rocky path.
strong, secure hold on something with the hand
He kept a firm grip on the steering wheel.
type of omelet with a dense texture
The chef served a firm omelet with herbs.
company that provides insurance policies
The insurance firm offered various coverage options to its clients..
company considered among the top in a particular field or market
The report shows that this startup has become a leading firm in cybersecurity.
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- French:société écran, ...
- German:Briefkastenfirma, ...
- Italian:società di comodo, ...
- Spanish:empresa fantasma, ...
- Portuguese:empresa de fachada, ...
- Chinese:空壳公司, ...
- Japanese:ペーパーカンパニー, ...
- Arabic:شَرِكة وَهمِيّة, ...
- Hebrew:חֶבְרַת נייר, ...
- Russian:фирма-оболочка, ...
- Ukrainian:фіктивна компанія, ...
- Hindi:कागज़ी कंपनी, ...
- Bengali:কাগুজে কোম্পানি, ...
- Catalan:empresa pantalla, ...
- Czech:schránková firma, ...
- Danish:skuffeselskab, ...
- Dutch:brievenbusfirma, ...
- Greek:εικονική εταιρεία, ...
- Hungarian:fedőcég, ...
- Khmer:ក្រុមហ៊ុនសំបក, ...
- Korean:유령 회사, ...
- Persian:شرکت صوری, ...
- Polish:firma-wydmuszka, ...
- Portuguese (BR):empresa de fachada, ...
- Romanian:firmă de tip scoică, ...
- Swedish:brevlådeföretag, ...
- Thai:บริษัทบังหน้า, ...
- Turkish:paravan şirket, ...
- Vietnamese:công ty ma, ...
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