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voltejou

[vol-te-ˈʒoʊ]
verb
pirouetted, wheeled around, turned sharply
1. Third person singular preterite of 'voltejear' - to perform a sharp turn or rotation, especially in horsemanship or acrobatics
The horse voltejed gracefully in the arena.
O cavalo voltejou graciosamente na arena.
2. To move in a circular or spinning motion; to wheel about
The dancer voltejed across the stage.
A dançarina voltejou pelo palco.
3. To maneuver or turn sharply in combat or competition
The bullfighter voltejed away from the bull's horns.
O toureiro voltejou para escapar dos chifres do touro.
Synonyms
girourodouviroupiruetou
Antonyms
parouimobilizou

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
voltejou
common usage in equestrian and dance contexts
Portugal
voltejou
primarily used in traditional horsemanship and classical dressage

Related Idioms & Phrases

dar uma volta
fazer uma pirueta
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