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set piece

[/sɛt piːs/]
nounpl: set pieces
lance ensaiado
1. A carefully planned and rehearsed movement or action, especially in sports (such as a free kick in football) or theater
The team practiced set pieces before the match.
O time ensaiou lances ensaiados antes da partida.
2. A theatrical scene or piece of staging that is prepared and fixed in advance
The director designed an impressive set piece for the final act.
O diretor projetou um lance cenográfico impressionante para o ato final.
3. A spectacular or elaborate scene, often used for dramatic effect
The explosion was a carefully choreographed set piece.
A explosão era um lance cuidadosamente coreografado.
Synonyms
choreographed sceneplanned sequencerehearsed actionstaged event
Antonyms
improvisationspontaneous actionad-lib

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lance ensaiado
most common usage in Brazilian sports commentary
Brazil (Football)
bola parada
specific football terminology for set pieces like free kicks and corners
Portugal
jogada de bola parada
Portuguese football terminology
General
cena preparada
theatrical context

Related Idioms & Phrases

pull off a set piece
execute a set piece
choreograph a set piece
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