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finish slowly
[ˈfɪnɪʃ ˈsloʊli]
verb phrase
terminar lentamente
1.
to complete or end something at a gradual pace; to bring something to conclusion without haste
She decided to finish slowly and savor the last bites of her meal.
Ela decidiu terminar lentamente e saborear os últimos bocados da sua refeição.
2.
to approach the end of an activity or task gradually over time
The runner began to finish slowly as fatigue set in during the final lap.
O corredor começou a terminar lentamente quando o cansaço se instalou na última volta.
Synonyms
end gradually
conclude slowly
wrap up leisurely
complete at a measured pace
Antonyms
finish quickly
finish rapidly
rush to completion
complete hastily
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
terminar lentamente
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
acabar devagar
alternative colloquial form
Rio de Janeiro
finalizar com calma
more formal regional variant
Portugal
terminar lentamente
standard Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
take your time finishing
cross the finish line slowly
drag it out to the end
go out with a whimper
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