flat out

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.

• 🇵🇹Expressão informal que significa na velocidade máxima, com o esforço máximo ou de forma direta e brusca. Também pode significar "completamente" ou "absolutamente" quando usada como intensificador.

1. At maximum speed or effort B2 informal

   Doing something as fast or as hard as possible.

   • 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.

   🇵🇹A todo vapor

2. Directly and bluntly B2 informal

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

   • 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.

   🇵🇹Diretamente e sem rodeios