Example: Se fue de rositas después de causar el problema.
Definition
"Irse de rositas" is a Spanish expression meaning to escape from a situation without any consequences or punishment, especially after causing trouble or doing something wrong. For example, someone who caused a problem but faces no repercussions is said to "irse de rositas."
The phrase "irse de rositas" literally translates to "to leave with little roses." It likely originates from the idea of leaving something behind lightly or gently, as if covered with roses, implying a smooth, consequence-free exit. The exact origin is unclear, but it conveys the notion of escaping unscathed.
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"Irse de rositas" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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to get away unscathed