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path of violence

[/pæθ əv ˈvaɪələns/]
noun phrasepl: paths of violence
caminho da violência
1. A course of action or way of life characterized by the use of force, aggression, or harm to others
The gang members chose a path of violence instead of seeking legitimate opportunities.
Os membros da gangue escolheram um caminho da violência em vez de buscar oportunidades legítimas.
2. A pattern or trend of increasingly violent behavior or conflict
If we don't address the root causes, society will continue down a path of violence.
Se não abordarmos as causas raízes, a sociedade continuará pelo caminho da violência.
Synonyms
cycle of violenceviolent behavioraggressive conductroute of aggression
Antonyms
path of peacepath of non-violencepeaceful resolutiondialogue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caminho da violência
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese media and literature
Portugal
caminho da violência
Standard European Portuguese equivalent
São Paulo
trilha da violência
Alternative colloquial usage in urban contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk the path of violence
go down a violent path
the spiral of violence
cycle of aggression
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