agitated promise
[ˈædʒɪteɪtɪd ˈprɑːmɪs]
noun phrasepl: agitated promises
promessa agitada
1. A promise made in a state of emotional distress, anxiety, or agitation, often unreliable or made without proper consideration
His agitated promise to quit smoking was forgotten within a week.
Sua promessa agitada de parar de fumar foi esquecida em uma semana.
2. A commitment made hastily or nervously during a moment of turmoil or uncertainty
The agitated promise made during the argument held little weight once emotions settled.
A promessa agitada feita durante a discussão tinha pouco peso uma vez que as emoções se acalmaram.
This phrase reflects universal human experience across both Brazilian and American cultures—the recognition that promises made during emotional disturbance are often unreliable. In Brazilian Portuguese, the concept emphasizes the emotional state (agitação), while in English contexts it's often used to discuss broken commitments and the importance of calm deliberation before making commitments.
Related Idioms & Phrases
promise made in the heat of the moment
words spoken in agitation
empty promises made under stress
promise you don't mean to keep
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