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juega vivo

Also spelled: jugar vivo · el juega vivo · juegavivo

Definition

To take advantage of others or of the rules for personal gain. It also names the whole cultural phenomenon: "el juega vivo", recurring self-criticism among Panamanians.

Example

The problem here isn't the law, it's the juega vivo.Aquí el problema no es la ley, es el juega vivo.

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Where it is used
nationwide
Currency
in use today
Origin
De "jugar" + "vivo" en el sentido de astuto.

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