display swiftness

[/dɪˈspleɪ ˈswɪftnəs/]
verb phrase
demonstrar rapidez
1. to show or exhibit speed and agility in performing an action or movement
The athlete displayed swiftness in completing the sprint.
O atleta demonstrou rapidez ao completar a corrida.
2. to reveal quickness in response or action
She displayed swiftness in solving the complex problem.
Ela demonstrou rapidez ao resolver o problema complexo.
3. to show speed and efficiency in execution
The team displayed swiftness in their counterattack.
O time demonstrou rapidez em seu contra-ataque.
This phrase is commonly used in sports commentary in both Brazilian and American English contexts. In Brazil, it's frequently heard during football (soccer) broadcasts when describing player movements. In the USA, it's typical in athletic and competitive contexts.
NYC Slang
show some speed / move quick
Synonyms / Sinônimos
show speedexhibit quicknessdemonstrate agilityreveal celeritymanifest velocity
Antonyms / Antônimos
display slownessshow lethargyexhibit sluggishnessdemonstrate tardiness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar rapidez
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
mostrar velocidade
common alternative phrasing
Rio de Janeiro
exibir ligeireza
informal variation
Portugal
exibir celeridade
more formal Portuguese usage

Related Words

swiftspeedagilityvelocitycelerityquicknesspromptnessexpeditious

Related Idioms & Phrases

move like lightning
quick as a flash
swift as the wind
at the speed of light
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