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Vivid idiomatic phrase implying someone left very quickly, often urgently or in a hurry. The image is of a whistle (pito) signalling a sprint.

An older idiomatic expression for spending time sweet-talking or courting someone, often used with mild irony or teasing. More common among older speakers or in regional dialogue set in the mid-20th century.

One of the most common vulgar insults. Used here in self-deprecating fashion ('por gilipollas'), meaning 'for being an idiot'. Can be affectionate between close friends but is genuinely offensive in other contexts.

Contracted from 'no me queda otra opción'. Conveys resignation or necessity. Very common in everyday speech across all registers of informal conversation.

Fixed idiomatic threat or description of persistent harassment or obstruction, usually in the context of disputes or conflict.

Idiomatic expression meaning to abandon someone at a critical moment when they needed support. The image comes from leaving someone behind on a battlefield.