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untamed force

[/ʌnˈteɪmd fɔːrs/]
noun phrasefemininepl: untamed forces / forças selvagens
força selvagem
1. A powerful, uncontrolled, or wild energy or strength that has not been subdued or restrained
The untamed force of nature was evident in the devastating hurricane.
A força selvagem da natureza era evidente no furacão devastador.
2. Raw, unrefined power or intensity lacking discipline or restraint
His untamed force as a performer captivated the entire audience.
Sua força selvagem como performer cativou toda a plateia.
NYC Slang
raw beast energy; straight-up wild power
Synonyms
wild powerraw energyunbridled strengthprimal forceuntamed energy
Antonyms
controlled forcedisciplined powerrestrained strengthtamed energy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
força selvagem
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
força bruta indomável
Emphasizes raw, brutal power
Portugal
força indomada
More formal, literary usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

force of nature
unleash the beast
raw power
wild at heart
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