Example: Manchmal muss man die Flucht nach vorn antreten, um Probleme zu lösen.
Definition
"Die Flucht nach vorn antreten" means to actively confront a difficult situation or problem instead of avoiding it, often by taking bold or immediate action. It implies choosing to face challenges head-on as a way to resolve or escape them.
Translations
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huir hacia adelante
de aanval kiezen als verdediging
fugir cap endavant
fuir en avant
Etymology
The phrase "die Flucht nach vorn antreten" literally translates to 'to start a flight forward.' It combines 'Flucht' (flight or escape) with 'nach vorn' (forward) and 'antreten' (to start or begin). The idea humorously contrasts fleeing backwards with boldly moving forward into the problem, suggesting courage in the face of difficulty.
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