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Chutar o balde
Literally meaning to kick the bucket, unlike the English version, it means to lose control or quit. It is often used when someone abandons a diet or snaps at work.
Examples in context
Fiquei com raiva e chutei o balde hoje.
I got mad and threw in the towel today.
Ela chutou o balde e saiu do emprego.
She said ''screw it'' and quit her job.
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