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embate

[ẽ.ˈba.tɨ]
nounmasculinepl: embates
clash, collision, confrontation
1. A violent collision or impact between two things
The embate of the waves against the rocks was impressive.
O embate das ondas contra as rochas era impressionante.
2. A direct confrontation or conflict between two opposing forces or people
The embate between the two armies lasted for hours.
O embate entre os dois exércitos durou horas.
3. A struggle or contest, particularly in sports or debate
It was an intense embate between the two competitors.
Foi um embate intenso entre os dois competidores.
Synonyms
choquecolisãoconfrontolutacombateconflito
Antonyms
pazacordoharmonia

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
embate
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
embate
Commonly used in sports journalism
Portugal
embate
Standard usage, particularly in sports contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

em embate direto - in direct confrontation
embate final - final showdown
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