This is the 2506th most frequent Portuguese word.
deflagrou
"Deflagrou" means "ignited," "sparked," or "triggered" in English.
In this sentence, 'deflagrou' describes the rapid outbreak or onset of the fire, focusing on its spread and initiation.
O incêndio deflagrou rapidamente pela floresta.
The fire quickly spread through the forest.
Here, 'deflagrou' is used metaphorically to refer to the formal outbreak or beginning of a conflict.
Após meses de tensão, o conflito finalmente deflagrou entre os dois grupos.
After months of tension, the conflict finally erupted between the two groups.
In this example, 'deflagrou' signifies the start or initiation of the strike, marking an event of collective action.