Meanings (ES + gloss)
planear
To fly high with little effort, like a bird.
When soars Gaul's Vulture, with his wings unfurl'd,
elevarse
To mount upward on wings, or as on wings, especially by gliding while employing rising air currents.
planar
To remain aloft by means of a glider or other unpowered aircraft.
dispararse • estar por las nubes • ponerse por las nubes
To rise, especially rapidly or unusually high.
A planning document produced in October 1984 said that Class 46 maintenance costs were soaring and rapid withdrawal would occur, and this came to pass by the end of the year.
The pump prices soared into new heights as the strike continued.
Phrases