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flat out

/ˈflæt aʊt/

Traduction: Expression familière signifiant à toute vitesse, avec un effort maximal, ou de manière directe et brusque. Peut aussi signifier « complètement » ou « absolument » comme intensificateur.

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/ˈflæt aʊt/B2informal
  • frExpression familière signifiant à toute vitesse, avec un effort maximal, ou de manière directe et brusque. Peut aussi signifier « complètement » ou « absolument » comme intensificateur.

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.

    frà fond

    • 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.

    frcarrément

    • 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.