react quickly
[ri-ˈakt ˈkwi-klē]
verb phrase
reagir rapidamente
1. to respond or act in response to something immediately and without delay
The goalkeeper had to react quickly to stop the ball from entering the net.
O goleiro precisou reagir rapidamente para impedir que a bola entrasse na rede.
2. to show a prompt emotional or physical response to a stimulus or event
You need to react quickly in emergency situations to save lives.
Você precisa reagir rapidamente em situações de emergência para salvar vidas.
3. to move or respond swiftly in a competitive or dangerous context
Professional drivers must react quickly to avoid accidents on the highway.
Motoristas profissionais devem reagir rapidamente para evitar acidentes na rodovia.
In Brazilian culture, the ability to 'reagir rapidamente' is highly valued in sports, emergency services, and business contexts. In American culture, being able to 'react quickly' is often associated with competence, survival instinct, and professional excellence. The phrase is commonly used in competitive sports, martial arts, and crisis management training across both cultures.
NYC Slang
snap to it / be on your toes / move quick
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