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desassenta-se

[deh-zah-sehn-tah-seh]
verb
becomes unsettled, becomes uncomfortable, shifts position
1. Third person singular reflexive form of 'desassentar' - to become restless, uncomfortable, or to shift from a seated position
He becomes unsettled in his chair during long meetings.
Ele desassenta-se na cadeira durante reuniões longas.
2. To become emotionally or mentally disturbed or agitated
She becomes unsettled when facing difficult decisions.
Ela desassenta-se quando enfrenta decisões difíceis.
Synonyms
mexe-semove-seinquieta-seperturba-sealtera-se
Antonyms
assenta-serepousa-seacalma-setranquiliza-se

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desassenta-se
Common usage in Brazil for physical restlessness
Portugal
desassenta-se
Standard usage for both physical and emotional discomfort

Related Idioms & Phrases

desassenta-se na cadeira - fidgets in one's chair
desassenta-se com a notícia - becomes disturbed by the news
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