to throw, to launch, to release
1. to propel something through the air with force
He threw the ball across the field.
Ele lançou a bola através do campo.
2. to introduce or release a new product, service, or project
The company will launch a new smartphone next month.
A empresa vai lançar um novo smartphone no próximo mês.
3. to cast or put forth (a gaze, glance, or look)
She cast a suspicious glance at him.
Ela lançou um olhar suspeito para ele.
4. to emit or give off (sound, light, smoke)
The volcano launched clouds of ash into the sky.
O vulcão lançou nuvens de cinza para o céu.
5. to establish or initiate (a movement, campaign, or initiative)
They launched a fundraising campaign.
Eles lançaram uma campanha de arrecadação de fundos.
Related Idioms & Phrases
lançar mão de algo - to resort to something, to make use of
lançar luz sobre - to shed light on, to clarify
lançar raízes - to put down roots, to establish oneself
lançar um desafio - to issue a challenge
lançar olhares - to exchange glances
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