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criam-se rugas

[kri-ˈɐ̃w-sə ˈru-ɡəs]
verb phrase
wrinkles form/are created
1. Third person singular present indicative reflexive form of 'criar rugas' - the process by which wrinkles develop or appear on skin
When you smile repeatedly, wrinkles form around your eyes.
Quando você sorri repetidamente, criam-se rugas ao redor dos olhos.
2. Metaphorically, the development of problems or complications in a situation
Conflicts and tensions create wrinkles in the relationship.
Conflitos e tensões criam-se rugas no relacionamento.
Synonyms
formam-se rugasaparecem rugassurgem rugasdesenvolvem-se rugas
Antonyms
desaparecem rugassuavizam-se rugas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
criam-se rugas
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
criam-se rugas
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

ficar marcado com rugas
ter rugas de expressão
envelhecer com rugas
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