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hidden pathway

[ˈhɪdən ˈpæθweɪ]
nounpl: hidden pathways
caminho oculto
1. A route or passage that is concealed, not easily visible, or known only to a few people
The hikers discovered a hidden pathway through the forest that led to a waterfall.
Os caminhantes descobriram um caminho oculto através da floresta que levava a uma cachoeira.
2. In biology or chemistry, a metabolic or molecular route that is not the primary mechanism
Scientists found a hidden pathway in the cell that regulates protein production.
Os cientistas encontraram um caminho oculto na célula que regula a produção de proteínas.
3. A figurative route or method that is not obvious or conventional
Success often requires finding hidden pathways in your career.
O sucesso frequentemente exige encontrar caminhos ocultos em sua carreira.
Synonyms
secret passageconcealed routeobscure pathbackdooralternative routecaminho secretorota encoberta
Antonyms
main roadobvious routepublic pathvia principalcaminho evidente

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caminho oculto
most commonly used term
Rio de Janeiro
passagem secreta
slightly more colloquial alternative
São Paulo
trilha escondida
used more in nature contexts
Portugal
caminho escondido
alternative phrasing, equally valid

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the beaten path
fora do caminho comum
a backdoor approach
uma abordagem pela porta dos fundos
take the scenic route
pegar o caminho mais bonito
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