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A escala
This refers to a break in a journey, especially a long one. It's a period of time spent waiting at an airport or station between connecting flights or trains.
Examples in context
Temos uma escala de três horas.
We have a three-hour layover.
A escala é em Amesterdão.
The layover is in Amsterdam.
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