to take flight; to take off; to soar
1. Literally: for a bird or aircraft to leave the ground and begin flying
The eagle alçou voo from the cliff.
A águia alçou voo do penhasco.
2. Figuratively: to begin a new venture, project, or phase of life; to achieve success or advancement
After years of hard work, his career finally took flight.
Depois de anos de trabalho duro, sua carreira alçou voo.
3. To gain independence or freedom
The young adult alçou voo when she moved out.
A jovem adulta alçou voo quando se mudou.
NYC Slang
take off; get off the ground; fly high
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