Example: La discussion a battu son plein toute la soirée sans interruption.
Definition
"Battre son plein" is a French expression meaning that an event or activity is at its peak intensity or in full swing, often describing lively or intense discussions, events, or situations that are actively ongoing without pause.
Translations
To be in full swing
Estar en pleno apogeo
In volle gang zijn
Estar en plena efervescència
In vollem Gange sein
Etymology
The phrase "battre son plein" literally translates to 'beat its full' and originates from the idea of a tide reaching its highest point, 'plein' meaning full. It figuratively suggests something has reached its maximum activity or intensity, much like a tide at its fullest extent.
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To be in full swing