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aggressive play

[/əˈɡresɪv pleɪ/]
nounpl: aggressive plays
jogo agressivo
1. A style of play in sports or games characterized by bold, forward-moving, and attacking tactics intended to overwhelm or dominate the opponent
The team's aggressive play in the second half led to several scoring opportunities.
O jogo agressivo do time no segundo tempo resultou em várias oportunidades de gol.
2. In business or competition, a strategy that prioritizes rapid expansion, market takeover, or competitive advantage through forceful tactics
The startup's aggressive play in the tech market quickly gained market share.
A estratégia agressiva da startup no mercado de tecnologia ganhou rapidamente participação de mercado.
3. Assertive or confrontational behavior intended to gain an advantage
His aggressive play at the poker table made other players uncomfortable.
Seu jogo agressivo na mesa de pôquer deixou os outros jogadores desconfortáveis.
NYC Slang
ball-busting strategy, hard-nosed approach
Synonyms
attacking playoffensive strategybold tacticsassertive playforceful approach
Antonyms
defensive playpassive strategyconservative approachcautious playdefensive tactics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
jogo agressivo
Most commonly used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
jogo agressivo
Also used: 'tática ofensiva' in sports contexts
São Paulo
jogo agressivo
Commonly used in business and sports contexts
Portugal
jogo agressivo
Also used: 'estratégia ofensiva' or 'jogo ofensivo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

go on the offensive
take the bull by the horns
come out swinging
play hardball
put the pedal to the metal
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