advanced stance
[/ədˈvænst stæns/]
nounpl: advanced stances
postura avançada
1. A forward-leaning body position with one leg extended ahead of the other, commonly used in martial arts, dance, and sports for balance and mobility
The boxer adopted an advanced stance to prepare for the opponent's attack.
O boxeador adotou uma postura avançada para se preparar para o ataque do adversário.
2. A figurative position or viewpoint that is progressive, modern, or ahead of conventional thinking
The company took an advanced stance on environmental sustainability.
A empresa adotou uma postura avançada em relação à sustentabilidade ambiental.
3. In martial arts and combat sports, a fighting position with the dominant side positioned forward
In kung fu, students learn the advanced stance to improve their power generation.
Em kung fu, os alunos aprendem a postura avançada para melhorar a geração de poder.
The term is widely used in Brazil and the USA in martial arts communities, particularly in capoeira, boxing, and kung fu training. Figuratively, it is used in business and political discourse to indicate progressive or forward-thinking positions, reflecting modern values and innovation.
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