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Mexico
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An expression to say that someone has failed spectacularly or was defeated in a humiliating way. Biting the dust leaves no dignity intact.
To be extremely scared or anxious about something that could go wrong. It's used to describe someone who is in a constant state of worry or fear, as if they have 'Jesus on their lips'.
Cheap, low quality, or just not worth your time. In Mexico, "chafo" is used to describe anything that doesn't meet the standard, whether it's a knockoff product that breaks in a week, a lame nightclub, or even a person who just doesn't deliver.
A aimless walk or tour without a specific destination. In Mexico and Central America, 'to take a borondo' means to go for a leisurely stroll just for the sake of it, with no particular place in mind to end up.
A person or thing that is extremely valuable, special, or exceptional. This term is used with affection to highlight someone unique, emphasizing their exceptional qualities.