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roller coaster

/ˈrəʊlər ˌkəʊstər/

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phrase

/ˈrəʊlər ˌkəʊstər/B1informal
  • ruФраза, обозначающая захватывающий аттракцион в парке развлечений с крутыми спусками и резкими поворотами, или метафорически описывающая ситуацию с экстремальными взлётами и падениями, часто в эмоциональном или финансовом плане.

A phrase referring to a thrilling amusement park ride with steep drops and sharp turns, or metaphorically describing a situation with extreme highs and lows, often emotionally or financially.

  1. Amusement rideA2formal

    An elevated railway with steep inclines and sharp curves, designed for thrill rides.

    ruАттракцион

    • The children were excited to ride the roller coaster at the fair.
    • This roller coaster reaches speeds of over 100 miles per hour.
    • She screamed with joy as the roller coaster plunged down the hill.
  2. Emotional or situational ups and downsB2informal

    A situation characterized by frequent and dramatic changes, especially in emotions or circumstances.

    ruЭмоциональные или ситуационные взлёты и падения

    • The stock market has been a roller coaster this year.
    • Her relationship was an emotional roller coaster.
    • Starting a new business is a roller coaster of highs and lows.