Thunderbolt
[/ˈθʌndərboʊlt/]
nounpl: Thunderbolts
raio
1. A flash of lightning accompanied by a loud crash of thunder, often depicted as a destructive force
The thunderbolt struck the old oak tree during the storm.
O raio atingiu o carvalho antigo durante a tempestade.
2. In mythology, a weapon wielded by a god (especially Zeus in Greek mythology)
Zeus hurled his thunderbolt at the Titans.
Zeus arremessou seu raio contra os Titãs.
3. Something that comes suddenly and has a violent or destructive impact
The news of the bankruptcy was a thunderbolt to the employees.
A notícia da falência foi um raio para os funcionários.
4. A symbol of sudden, unexpected, and powerful force or change
Her departure from the company was a thunderbolt that shocked everyone.
Sua saída da empresa foi um raio que chocou a todos.
In Brazilian and American culture, 'thunderbolt' is commonly used metaphorically to describe sudden, shocking news or events. In Greek mythology, which influences Western culture significantly, the thunderbolt is the iconic weapon of Zeus, representing divine power and authority. The term appears frequently in literature, comics (DC Comics' The Flash uses lightning/thunderbolts as a symbol), and popular expressions to convey suddenness and impact.
NYC Slang
bolt from the blue
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