uncommon action
[/ʌnˈkɒmən ˈækʃən/]
noun phrasepl: uncommon actions
ação incomum
1. an action or behavior that is rare, unusual, or not frequently performed
His decision to leave a successful career to pursue art was an uncommon action.
Sua decisão de deixar uma carreira bem-sucedida para perseguir a arte foi uma ação incomum.
2. a deed that deviates from normal or expected conduct
It was an uncommon action for her to arrive late to a meeting.
Foi uma ação incomum para ela chegar atrasada a uma reunião.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, uncommon actions often garner attention and discussion, as they challenge social norms. In Brazil, such actions may be viewed through the lens of 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility) or individualism, while in the US, they are often associated with innovation or nonconformity.
NYC Slang
that's wild / that's out there / that's not typical
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