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idiom [verb]

Vuka Mawimbi

Maana (Definition)

To navigate through turbulent crises and reach safety successfully.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ride out the storm / overcome turbulence

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vuka mawimbi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Coast
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Biashara yetu ilivuka mawimbi ya janga na ikastawi."

Translation: Our business rode out the storm of crisis and thrived.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
shinda kizingiti
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