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/Sounds like "peh" (as in "pet") + "loo" (as in "loop") + "keh" (as in "kept") + "AHR" (as in "art")/
In Colombia, to skim small amounts of money repeatedly and discreetly, like trimming a little off the top each time. Each individual amount seems insignificant, which is exactly why it goes unnoticed for so long. The kind of theft that only becomes visible when you finally add it all up.
“They were skimming from my expense reimbursements at the company for months without me noticing.”
“That business partner will skim from you if you do not track the numbers yourself.”
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/Sounds like "peh" (as in "pet") + "loo" (as in "loop") + "keh" (as in "kept") + "AHR" (as in "art")/
In Colombia, to skim small amounts of money repeatedly and discreetly, like trimming a little off the top each time. Each individual amount seems insignificant, which is exactly why it goes unnoticed for so long. The kind of theft that only becomes visible when you finally add it all up.
“They were skimming from my expense reimbursements at the company for months without me noticing.”
“That business partner will skim from you if you do not track the numbers yourself.”
Güiro
A kid or young person, usually one who's mischievous and full of energy. In Costa Rica, güiro is a warm, affectionate word for children and teenagers, playful, lively, and impossible to sit still.