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rare way

[/rɛr weɪ/]
noun phrasepl: rare ways
forma rara; maneira rara; jeito raro
1. An uncommon or infrequent method, manner, or approach to doing something
Teaching through experiential learning is a rare way to engage students in the classroom.
Ensinar através da aprendizagem experiencial é uma forma rara de engajar estudantes na sala de aula.
2. An unusual or exceptional path or route
Taking the back roads was a rare way to avoid traffic.
Pegar as estradas secundárias era uma maneira rara de evitar trânsito.
Synonyms
uncommon wayunusual methodatypical approachextraordinary mannerinfrequent path
Antonyms
common wayusual methodtypical approachordinary mannerfrequent path

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma rara; jeito raro
Most commonly used in standard Portuguese
Portugal
maneira rara; forma rara
Slightly more formal usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

the hard way
no two ways about it
the way things are
break the mold
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