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quick spell
[kwɪk spɛl]
noun
pl: quick spells
período curto
1.
A short period of time during which something happens or a condition exists
We had a quick spell of rain this morning.
Tivemos um período curto de chuva esta manhã.
2.
A brief turn or shift of work or duty
He took a quick spell at the helm of the ship.
Ele teve um turno breve no comando do navio.
3.
A sudden onset of an illness or emotional state lasting a short time
She had a quick spell of dizziness.
Ela teve um acesso rápido de tontura.
Synonyms
brief period
short time
moment
bout
Antonyms
long spell
extended period
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
período curto; acesso breve
commonly used in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
curto período; momento breve
similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
a quick spell of bad weather
have a quick spell of luck
a quick spell of illness
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