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read between the lines

/riːd bɪˈtwiːn ðə laɪnz/

Tradução: Perceber o sentido oculto ou a mensagem implícita por trás das palavras ou ações de alguém, em vez de interpretá-las literalmente.

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/riːd bɪˈtwiːn ðə laɪnz/B2informal
  • ptPerceber o sentido oculto ou a mensagem implícita por trás das palavras ou ações de alguém, em vez de interpretá-las literalmente.

To understand the hidden meaning or implied message behind someone's words or actions, rather than taking them literally.

  1. Understand hidden meaningB2informal

    To infer or understand a meaning that is not explicitly stated.

    ptLer nas entrelinhas

    • She didn't say she was upset, but reading between the lines, I could tell.
    • If you read between the lines of his email, you'll see he's not happy.
    • The politician's speech was vague, but reading between the lines, he promised tax cuts.