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Dia sim dia não
The term "dia sim dia não" refers to something that alternates regularly every two days.
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Que grandes preguiçosos!
Chimpanzees are agile but spend most of their time resting and conserving energy.
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Por assim dizer
The expression "por assim dizer" shows that a sentence is figurative or metaphorical rather than literal.
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Cada macaco no seu galho
A saying about respecting everyone's boundaries and personal independence.
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Tanto é que
The phrase "tanto é que" introduces a fact that proves or supports a previous statement.
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Arrastados pelo mar
Searches restart for three young people missing at different beaches in Portugal.
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Tudo depende
"Tudo depende de" introduces and highlights the key factor that a result depends on.
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A torto e a direito
The expression "a torto e a direito" means doing things carelessly. It suggests a lack of control or planning.
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Conforto e preguiça
Most people pick escalators over stairs because they’re easier and more comfortable.
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No fundo
The phrase "no fundo" introduces what really matters or is essential, beyond other more superficial aspects.
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Quem canta seus males espanta
Singing helps relieve stress and improves our mental well-being.
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Nem por isso
The phrase "nem por isso" is an indirect way of saying "no". It softens disagreement or lack of enthusiasm and is often used when someone isn't completely rejecting something, but isn't very interested either.
