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Bandera de Colombia

/en-KLOH-chah/

To become overly attached to something or someone, refusing to let go even when it's time to move on. This is a common phenomenon in Colombia where people become obsessed with a particular thing or person, making it difficult for them to progress or see other options.

Example

"He's still hung up on his ex, we need to let go."

"She's obsessed with that job and can't see other opportunities."

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Regional synonyms:

Persona escandalosa que hace drama, arma pancho y exagera todo por cualquier cosa menor. En México y Argentina un 'panchero' convierte un vaso de agua en tsunami.