approximate hastily
[/əˈprɒksɪmeɪt ˈheɪstɪli/]
verb phrase
aproximar-se apressadamente; estimar precipitadamente
1. to approach or come near to something in a rushed or hurried manner
The hikers began to approximate hastily toward the shelter as the storm approached.
Os caminhantes começaram a se aproximar apressadamente do abrigo conforme a tempestade se aproximava.
2. to estimate or calculate something roughly and quickly without careful consideration
He decided to approximate hastily the total cost rather than wait for detailed calculations.
Ele decidiu estimar precipitadamente o custo total em vez de esperar pelos cálculos detalhados.
This phrase is more commonly used in technical, mathematical, or business contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In casual speech, it's often broken into separate uses: 'approximate' for calculations and 'hastily' as a standalone adverb. The phrase reflects a pragmatic approach to problem-solving when precision is less critical than speed.
NYC Slang
ballpark it quick; rush up to something
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