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fleeting peace

[ˈfliːtɪŋ piːs]
noun phrasefemininepl: fleeting peaces / moments of fleeting peace
paz fugaz
1. A brief, temporary state of calm or tranquility that does not last long
The soldier found a fleeting peace in the quiet moments before dawn.
O soldado encontrou uma paz fugaz nos momentos silenciosos antes do amanhecer.
2. A short-lived period of absence from conflict, disturbance, or worry
After the argument, there was only fleeting peace between them.
Após a discussão, havia apenas uma paz fugaz entre eles.
Synonyms
temporary peacebrief tranquilitymomentary calmshort-lived serenity
Antonyms
lasting peaceeternal peaceperpetual conflictenduring turmoil

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
paz fugaz
Most common translation; widely understood
São Paulo
paz momentânea
Alternative phrasing used in formal contexts
Portugal
paz efémera
Preferred term in European Portuguese; 'efémera' is more commonly used than 'fugaz'

Related Idioms & Phrases

calm before the storm
a moment of respite
a breath of fresh air
passing fancy
here today, gone tomorrow
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