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clear passage

[/klɪr ˈpæsɪdʒ/]
nounpl: clear passages
passagem livre
1. An unobstructed route or way through which someone or something can move freely
The emergency vehicles need a clear passage through the traffic.
Os veículos de emergência precisam de uma passagem livre pelo trânsito.
2. The right or permission to move through a space without obstruction
The security guard granted them clear passage into the building.
O segurança concedeu-lhes passagem livre para entrar no edifício.
3. A section of text or literary work that is easily understood
This clear passage explains the author's main argument.
Esta passagem clara explica o argumento principal do autor.
Synonyms
free passageunobstructed passageopen pathclear way
Antonyms
blocked passageobstructionhindrancebarrier

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
passagem livre
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
passagem desimpedida
Also used in formal contexts
Portugal
passagem livre
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

give someone clear passage
grant clear passage
ensure clear passage
a clear passage to success
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