Example: Va córrer amb corre-cuita per arribar a temps a la reunió.
Definition
"A corre-cuita" is a Catalan expression used to describe doing something hastily or in a rush, often with a sense of urgency or pressure. It conveys the idea of moving quickly to complete a task or reach a destination on time.
Translations
In a rush
A toda prisa
Halsoverkop
À la hâte
Hals über Kopf
Etymology
The expression "a corre-cuita" comes from the Catalan words 'corre,' meaning 'run,' and 'cuita,' meaning 'trouble' or 'distress.' Combined, it literally suggests running with trouble or in a difficult hurry, capturing the sense of rushing under pressure. Did you know it vividly illustrates the feeling of being pressed for time?
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In a rush