display suppleness
[/dɪˈspleɪ ˈsʌplənəs/]
verb phrase
demonstrar flexibilidade
1. to show physical flexibility and ease of movement; to demonstrate the quality of being lithe and graceful
The gymnast displayed suppleness in her routine.
A ginasta demonstrou flexibilidade em sua apresentação.
2. to exhibit adaptability, agility, or nimbleness in behavior or thinking
The negotiator displayed suppleness in finding creative solutions.
O negociador demonstrou flexibilidade ao encontrar soluções criativas.
3. to show elegance and fluidity in movement or performance
The dancer displayed suppleness with every gesture.
A dançarina demonstrou elegância e fluidez em cada gesto.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'demonstrar flexibilidade' is widely used both literally (physical movements in dance, sports, yoga) and metaphorically (adaptability in business and social situations). In the USA, this phrase is common in fitness, dance, and increasingly in corporate environments when describing adaptive problem-solving. The concept values both physical grace and mental adaptability across both cultures.
NYC Slang
showing flexibility or grace; being limber
Related Idioms & Phrases
display suppleness of body
display suppleness of mind
display suppleness in negotiations
display suppleness of spirit
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