onda de choque
1. A powerful wave of compression in air, water, or earth caused by an explosion, earthquake, or supersonic object
The shock wave from the explosion shattered windows blocks away.
A onda de choque da explosão quebrou janelas a quilômetros de distância.
2. A sudden, unexpected, and disturbing event or piece of news that has widespread effects
The scandal sent shock waves through the entire industry.
O escândalo causou ondas de choque em toda a indústria.
3. The rapid change in pressure and temperature that occurs when a sonic boom is produced
The fighter jet created a shock wave as it broke the sound barrier.
O jato de combate criou uma onda de choque ao ultrapassar a barreira do som.
The term 'shock wave' is commonly used in Brazilian Portuguese media and everyday conversation to describe both physical phenomena (explosions, earthquakes) and figurative impacts of major news events or scandals. It has become particularly prevalent in business and political discourse to describe unexpected disruptions to markets or institutions.
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