recurring idea
[/rɪˈkɜːrɪŋ aɪˈdɪə/]
noun phrasepl: recurring ideas
ideia recorrente
1. A thought, concept, or notion that appears, repeats, or returns frequently in one's mind, conversation, or work
The recurring idea of freedom appears throughout her novels.
A ideia recorrente de liberdade aparece em todos os seus romances.
2. A theme or subject that keeps coming back or being revisited repeatedly
Climate change has become a recurring idea in political debates.
A mudança climática tornou-se uma ideia recorrente nos debates políticos.
3. A persistent or obsessive thought that returns to one's consciousness multiple times
He couldn't shake the recurring idea that he had forgotten something important.
Ele não conseguia se livrar da ideia recorrente de que tinha esquecido algo importante.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'recurring idea' is commonly used in literary criticism, psychology, and academic discourse to describe themes that persist in literature, art, or human psychology. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'ideia recorrente' is equally formal and appears frequently in academic papers, psychological discussions, and literary analysis. The concept is often explored in therapy and counseling settings when discussing obsessive or intrusive thoughts.
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