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flat out

/ˈflæt aʊt/

Traducción: Expresión informal que significa a máxima velocidad, con el máximo esfuerzo o de manera directa y brusca. También puede usarse como intensificador para indicar «totalmente» o «absolutamente».

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/ˈflæt aʊt/B2informal
  • esExpresión informal que significa a máxima velocidad, con el máximo esfuerzo o de manera directa y brusca. También puede usarse como intensificador para indicar «totalmente» o «absolutamente».

An informal expression meaning at maximum speed, with maximum effort, or in a direct and blunt manner. Can also mean completely or absolutely when used as an intensifier.

  1. At maximum speed or effortB2informal

    Doing something as fast or as hard as possible.

    esa toda máquina

    • He was working flat out to meet the deadline.
    • The car was going flat out down the highway.
    • She ran flat out to catch the bus.
  2. Directly and bluntlyB2informal

    Saying something in a very direct and honest way, without hesitation.

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    • I told him flat out that I didn't agree.
    • She refused the offer flat out.
    • He asked her flat out if she was lying.