Definition of go around

go aroundphrasal verb

đi vòng quanh

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The expression "go around" has its origins in the aviation industry, specifically relating to a procedure pilots use during takeoff or landing when they decide to circle the airfield instead of attempting to land or take off in some adverse circumstance. The first known use of "go around" in aviation terminology dates back to the 1930s. At that time, planes did not have the sophisticated technology that modern aircraft use today to make landings easier. This meant that pilots were often faced with situations such as insufficient visibility due to fog or rain, or a plane following them too closely, making it unsafe to land. In order to resolve these issues, the pilot would round the airfield (go around) and approach again for landing under better conditions. The term has since spread beyond the aviation industry and is now commonly used in other areas to describe actions taken to circumvent obstacles or difficulties. For example, in business, "going around" can refer to making multiple meetings or presentations to a variety of people in order to build support for a proposal. In healthcare, "going around" can be used to describe the process of consulting with various specialists in order to determine the best course of treatment for a patient. The metaphor has become well-established in popular culture, as evidenced by its use in books, TV shows, and films, such as the popular TV series "Lost" where characters would often "go around" the smoke monster to avoid becoming its prey.

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to turn round in a circle

quay tròn theo một vòng tròn

Example:
  • to go around in a circle

    đi vòng quanh một vòng tròn

to be enough for everyone to have one or some

đủ để mọi người có một hoặc một số

Example:
  • There aren't enough chairs to go around.

    Không có đủ ghế cho mọi người.

to often be in a particular state or behave in a particular way

thường ở trong một trạng thái cụ thể hoặc hành xử theo một cách cụ thể

Example:
  • She often goes around barefoot.

    Cô ấy thường đi chân trần.

  • It's unprofessional to go around criticizing your colleagues.

    Thật thiếu chuyên nghiệp khi đi khắp nơi chỉ trích đồng nghiệp của mình.

to spread from person to person

lây lan từ người này sang người khác

Example:
  • There's a rumour going around that they're having an affair.

    Có tin đồn rằng họ đang ngoại tình.