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    What it means

    Literally “like Małysz / in Małysz style.” Means jumping or flying through the air with great distance and style — like ski jumping champion Adam Małysz. Used humorously for any impressive leap or jump.

    Vocabulary

    • Małysz — Adam Małysz — Polish ski jumping legend

    Grammar note

    'Na Małysza' uses the accusative of 'Małysz' after 'na' — manner of action.

    Cultural context

    Adam Małysz is one of Poland's greatest sporting heroes — a four-time World Cup overall champion in ski jumping. His name became synonymous with spectacular flight.

    Intermediate

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