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fire walking

/ˈfaɪər ˌwɔːkɪŋ/

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/ˈfaɪər ˌwɔːkɪŋ/C1formalsport
  • ruПрактика хождения босиком по горячим углям или камням, часто выполняемая как ритуал, испытание веры или командообразующее упражнение.

The practice of walking barefoot over a bed of hot embers or stones, often performed as a ritual, test of faith, or team-building exercise.

  1. Ritual or practiceB2formal

    The act of walking barefoot over a bed of hot embers or stones, often performed as a spiritual or cultural ritual.

    ruХождение по огню

    • Fire walking is a traditional practice in some cultures.
    • He participated in a fire walking ceremony to demonstrate his faith.
    • The fire walking event attracted many spectators.
  2. Metaphorical challengeC1informal

    A difficult or risky situation that requires courage and determination to overcome.

    ruИспытание огнём

    • Starting a new business can feel like fire walking.
    • She described her first year as a CEO as fire walking.
    • The project was a fire walking experience for the entire team.