catch big air: meaning & examples
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Meanings:
- To achieve a large amount of vertical lift or height during a jump while performing an action such as skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, BMX riding, or similar extreme-sports activity.
Examples
BetaDuring his BMX run, Alex managed to catch big air off the ramp, thrilling the crowd.
Durante su recorrido en BMX, Alex logró coger mucha altura en la rampa, emocionando a la multitud.
If she catches big air on that jump, she might win the snowboarding competition.
Si ella logra coger mucha altura en ese salto, podría ganar la competencia de snowboard.
Last weekend, I caught big air while skateboarding at the park and felt unstoppable.
El fin de semana pasado, cogí mucha altura mientras patinaba en el parque y me sentí imparable.
- To experience a sudden burst of exhilaration, triumph, or attention, often following a bold or spectacular action.
Examples
BetaAfter his viral stunt video, he really caught big air in the skateboarding community.
Después de su video viral de acrobacias, realmente ganó mucha atención en la comunidad de skateboarding.
The band caught big air after their first single topped the charts unexpectedly.
La banda ganó mucha popularidad después de que su primer sencillo encabezara las listas inesperadamente.
She hopes to catch big air with her new fashion line and make a bold statement.
Ella espera causar un gran impacto con su nueva línea de moda y hacer una declaración audaz.
Examples:
- EN: We're gonna catch big air all morning, sleep all afternoon, then boil a sheep for breakfast.ES: Tendremos buenos vientos toda la mañana, dormiremos toda la tarde y luego asaremos una oveja para el desayuno.
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