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nada a ver

Meaning: Nonsense or absurdity; something that makes no sense.

Language: Portuguese

Literally: nothing to see

Category: Daily Life

Origin: Origin uncertain; the phrase may evoke the dismissive idea that there is nothing worth examining or understanding in a statement.

More idioms — Daily Life

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  • falar com as paredes — To speak to someone who does not listen or respond; to waste one's words.
  • carta branca — complete freedom to act without restrictions or needing approval.
  • de vez em nunca — very rarely; almost never.
  • cuspir no prato que comeu — to betray or show ingratitude toward someone who has helped you.
  • a fio — uninterruptedly or continuously without stopping.

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  • comprar briga — to intentionally provoke a quarrel or confrontation with someone.

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