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extraordinary event

[ɪkˈstrɔːrdəneri ɪˈvent]
nounpl: extraordinary events
evento extraordinário
1. An unusual, remarkable, or surprising occurrence that stands out from the normal course of events
The discovery of the ancient artifact was an extraordinary event that changed the course of archaeology.
A descoberta do artefato antigo foi um evento extraordinário que mudou o curso da arqueologia.
2. An occurrence that goes beyond normal expectations or the usual pattern of things
Winning the lottery is an extraordinary event in someone's life.
Ganhar na loteria é um evento extraordinário na vida de uma pessoa.
Synonyms
remarkable eventunusual occurrenceexceptional eventnoteworthy incidentoutstanding happening
Antonyms
ordinary eventcommon occurrenceroutine eventtypical happeningusual incident

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
evento extraordinário
Standard usage in Brazil
São Paulo
evento extraordinário
Common in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
evento extraordinário
Also used in cultural and social contexts
Portugal
acontecimento extraordinário
Preferred alternative in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

once in a lifetime event
out of the ordinary
a rare occurrence
lightning never strikes twice
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