être pétri de
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être pétri de
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., il était une fois).
1. (figurative) (to be filled with)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. to be full of
Les comédies romantiques sont toujours pétries de bons sentiments.Romantic comedies are always full of good feelings.
b. to be steeped in
La Laponie est pétrie d’histoire et regorge de légendes.Lapland is steeped in history and brimming with legends.
c. to be imbued with
Le style de l’auteur est pétri d’amertume, mais son roman s’achève sur une note d’espoir.The author's style is imbued with bitterness, but his novel ends on a hopeful note.
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