living openly
[ˈlɪvɪŋ ˈoʊpənli]
verb phrase / gerund
vivendo abertamente
1. To live in a way that is honest, transparent, and without concealment about one's identity, beliefs, or lifestyle, particularly regarding sexual orientation or gender identity
After years of hiding, he decided to start living openly as a gay man.
Depois de anos se escondendo, ele decidiu começar a viver abertamente como homem gay.
2. To conduct one's life in public view without secrecy or pretense about significant personal matters
She is living openly with her partner without shame or concealment.
Ela está vivendo abertamente com sua parceira sem vergonha ou ocultação.
3. To exist authentically and visibly in society according to one's true identity
Living openly has improved his mental health and relationships.
Viver abertamente melhorou sua saúde mental e seus relacionamentos.
In contemporary Brazilian and American culture, 'living openly' is frequently associated with LGBTQ+ visibility and the process of 'coming out.' It represents a significant social movement toward acceptance and authenticity. In the USA, this phrase gained prominence during the LGBTQ+ rights movement. In Brazil, while acceptance varies by region, urban centers have increasingly embraced this concept, though traditional and religious communities may present challenges. The phrase extends beyond sexual orientation to encompass any aspect of identity one chooses to disclose publicly.
NYC Slang
keeping it real / living your truth
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