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quick competition
[kwɪk kəmˈpɛtɪʃən]
noun
pl: quick competitions
competição rápida
1.
A brief competitive event or contest that is completed in a short amount of time
The students participated in a quick competition to see who could solve the math problems fastest.
Os alunos participaram de uma competição rápida para ver quem conseguia resolver os problemas de matemática mais rapidamente.
2.
A spontaneous or informal contest between individuals or teams with minimal preparation
They had a quick competition on the playground to determine the fastest runner.
Eles tiveram uma competição rápida no playground para determinar o corredor mais rápido.
Synonyms
speed contest
rapid competition
flash competition
brief contest
instant challenge
Antonyms
lengthy competition
prolonged contest
extended tournament
marathon competition
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
competição rápida
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
competição relâmpago
Alternative term emphasizing speed
Portugal
competição célere
More formal literary alternative
Related Idioms & Phrases
a race against the clock
speed trial
quick-fire competition
sprint contest
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