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fast lane

/fɑːst leɪn/

Tradução: Termo metafórico que designa um estilo de vida, carreira ou situação marcados por alta velocidade, atividade intensa, competição e frequentemente sucesso ou risco, derivado da faixa de alta velocidade nas estradas.

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/fɑːst leɪn/B2informal
  • ptTermo metafórico que designa um estilo de vida, carreira ou situação marcados por alta velocidade, atividade intensa, competição e frequentemente sucesso ou risco, derivado da faixa de alta velocidade nas estradas.

A metaphorical term referring to a lifestyle, career, or situation characterized by high speed, intense activity, competition, and often success or risk, derived from the literal fast lane on a highway.

  1. Traffic laneA2formal

    The lane on a road or highway intended for vehicles traveling at higher speeds.

    ptFaixa de alta velocidade

    • He moved into the fast lane to overtake the truck.
    • The fast lane is usually on the left side of the highway.
    • Drivers in the fast lane must maintain a high speed.
  2. Lifestyle of excitement and riskB2informal

    A way of living that involves high levels of activity, excitement, and often risk or pressure.

    ptVida acelerada

    • He has been living in the fast lane since he became a celebrity.
    • The fast lane of Wall Street can be very stressful.
    • She decided to leave the fast lane and move to the countryside.