De retruc i de rebot
Example: De retruc i de rebot, la decisió va afectar tota la comunitat local.
Definition
"De retruc i de rebot" is a Catalan expression used to describe an indirect or collateral effect, often referring to consequences that occur as a result of an initial action, impacting others or situations not originally intended. For example, it means the decision affected the whole local community indirectly.
Etymology
The phrase "De retruc i de rebot" comes from Catalan, where 'retruc' and 'rebot' both relate to bouncing or rebounding, metaphorically illustrating the idea of effects or impacts bouncing back or spreading beyond their original source. Did you know it paints a vivid picture of consequences ricocheting through situations?
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