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ironic dismissalweak reasoning
A lógica da batata
The phrase "é a lógica da batata" is an ironic way to dismiss someone's reasoning as weak or unconvincing. It can also...
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quantitysufficiency
Chega e sobra
The expression "chega e sobra" means that something is more than enough for a particular need.
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work hard
Dar ao litro
The expression "dar ao litro" means to work hard or put in a lot of effort. It's used when someone is giving...
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chicken out
Cortar-se
The expression "cortar-se" means to back down, give up, or hesitate to do something, usually because of fear, shyness, or sudden insecurity....
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negative consequenceserves right
É bem feito!
The expression "é bem feito!" is used by someone who thinks another person deserves to face a negative consequence or be punished....
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overstepping limitspush luck
Esticar a corda
The expression "esticar a corda" means taking a situation too far. It's used when someone pushes too much, crosses boundaries, or takes...
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expressing excitementhand gesture
Esfregar as mãos de contente
The expression "esfregar as mãos de contente" means to be really pleased or excited, usually when you're expecting some kind of personal...
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boldnessshameless behavior
Cara de pau
The expression "cara de pau" refers to someone who is bold and shameless, someone who acts without embarrassment or restraint and shows...
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avoid extremesbalanced approach
Nem 8 nem 80
The expression "nem 8 nem 80" encourages avoiding extremes and finding a balanced middle ground.
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convenience suggestiontask efficiency
Com a mão na massa
"Já que estás com a mão na massa" is used to suggest that someone take care of an extra task while they're...
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drastic differencepositive transformation
Como da água para o vinho
The expression "é como da água para o vinho" highlights a dramatic difference or transformation between two things, often for the better.
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casual dismissalexpressing indifference
Igual ao litro
The expression "é-me igual ao litro" shows complete indifference, often with a bold or dismissive tone.
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killing timetime wasting
Encher chouriços
The expression "encher chouriços" refers to keeping busy with pointless tasks just to pass the time.
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emotional indifferenceexpressing apathy
Nem me aquece nem me arrefece
"Nem me aquece nem me arrefece" shows complete indifference toward something that has no impact at all, whether emotionally or in any...
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appearance praisefashion compliment
Ficar a matar
The expression "ficar a matar" means that something really suits someone, especially clothes, accessories, or a new look. It's a fun and...
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embarrassing failurefall flat
Espalhar-se ao comprido
The expression "espalhar-se ao comprido" means to fall in an awkward way, often embarrassingly or dramatically. Figuratively, it can also mean to...
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betrayalphysical trip
Pregar uma rasteira
The expression "pregar uma rasteira" means to make someone fall by tripping them with your foot. Figuratively, it means to betray or...
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short-livedtemporary moments
Sol de pouca dura
The expression "sol de pouca dura" is used figuratively to describe something fleeting, especially moments of happiness, promises, or trends that quickly...
