que eu ganho mais

Portuguese

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Etymology

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Literally, (...) so that I gain more.

Phrase

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que eu ganho mais

  1. (informal, idiomatic) Said when giving up something unpleasant or problematic and choosing a better alternative instead.
    • 2023, GATO NET, Porta dos Fundos:
      Vou fazer meu almoço que eu ganho mais.
      I'll go make my lunch so that I gain more. [said after giving up watching TV, which is not working]