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fleeting
[ˈfliːtɪŋ]
adjective
fugaz
1.
lasting for a very short time; transitory
We caught only a fleeting glimpse of the celebrity.
Tivemos apenas um vislumbre fugaz da celebridade.
2.
moving swiftly; passing quickly
The fleeting shadow disappeared behind the trees.
A sombra fugaz desapareceu atrás das árvores.
Synonyms
brief
momentary
transient
ephemeral
passing
temporary
Antonyms
permanent
lasting
enduring
eternal
prolonged
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
fugaz
most common usage
General Brazilian
passageiro
alternative, emphasizing transitory nature
Portugal
fugidio
more literary usage
Portugal
efémero
emphasizing brevity of existence
Related Idioms & Phrases
fleeting moment
fleeting glance
fleeting impression
fleeting thought
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