as required
[əz rɪˈkwaɪərd]
adverbial phrase
conforme necessário; conforme exigido; quando necessário
1. in the way or manner that is needed or demanded; whenever or wherever necessary
The medication should be taken as required for pain relief.
O medicamento deve ser tomado conforme necessário para alívio da dor.
2. according to specifications, rules, or instructions that have been established
All documents must be submitted as required by the company policy.
Todos os documentos devem ser apresentados conforme exigido pela política da empresa.
3. whenever the situation calls for it; on an as-needed basis
Additional staff will be hired as required during peak season.
Pessoal adicional será contratado conforme necessário durante a temporada de pico.
This phrase is commonly used in formal, professional, and medical contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it appears frequently in legal documents, medical prescriptions, and corporate policies. The phrase conveys a sense of flexibility within established parameters—indicating that something should be done according to need while still respecting given rules or standards. It reflects both American and Brazilian business culture's emphasis on efficiency and conditional compliance.
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