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/Sounds like "tree" (as in "tree") + "geh" (as in "get") + "AHR" (as in "art") + "seh" (as in "set")/

Meaning

To get scared, nervous, or chicken out when facing a dangerous or confrontational situation. In Mexico, it's used when someone shrinks back or punks out from fear.

Examples

He got all trigueado when he saw the cops.

Don't triguearse, nothing's gonna happen, we're just going to talk to him.

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Regional synonyms

The traditional Venezuelan men's outfit with matching light-colored trousers and shirt. In Venezuela the liquiliqui is the dress of cultural celebrations and a symbol of Creole elegance and national pride.