astonishing decision
[əˈstɑːnɪʃɪŋ dɪˈsɪʒən]
noun phrasefemininepl: astonishing decisions / decisões surpreendentes
decisão surpreendente
1. a choice or determination that causes great surprise or shock due to its unexpectedness or unusual nature
The court's astonishing decision to overturn the conviction shocked everyone in the courtroom.
A decisão surpreendente do tribunal de anular a condenação chocou todos na sala de audiência.
2. a ruling or judgment that is remarkably bold, unconventional, or contrary to expectations
His astonishing decision to resign from his successful career left his family bewildered.
Sua decisão surpreendente de renunciar à sua carreira bem-sucedida deixou sua família perplexa.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'astonishing decision' is used in formal and informal settings to express genuine surprise. In American legal and business contexts, it often implies a deviation from precedent or expectations. In Brazil, it frequently carries emotional weight and is used across media, courtrooms, and everyday conversation to emphasize the unexpectedness of a choice. Portuguese tends toward 'espantosa' to convey stronger emotional impact.
NYC Slang
wild decision / crazy move / that's wild, yo
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