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despedida a la francesa
Language:
es
1.
Spain
Latin America
General Spanish
informal
neutral
The act of leaving a social gathering without saying goodbye to the host or other attendees; an unannounced departure.
A departure made without formal leave-taking or notification.
2.
Spain
Latin America
General Spanish
informal
Leaving one's workplace or duties without permission or without formally reporting one's absence (less common usage).
Examples:
ES:
Una despedida a la francesa.
EN:
Taking French leave.
EN:
An English farewell.
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