avoidance of duties
[/əˈvɔɪdəns əv ˈdjuːtiz/]
noun phrase
evasão de deveres
1. The act of deliberately not performing or fulfilling one's responsibilities, obligations, or tasks
The employee's avoidance of duties resulted in disciplinary action.
A evasão de deveres do funcionário resultou em ação disciplinar.
2. Legal or administrative negligence in fulfilling assigned responsibilities
The officer was accused of avoidance of duties during the investigation.
O oficial foi acusado de evasão de deveres durante a investigação.
3. Intentional non-compliance with legal or professional obligations
Tax avoidance of duties can lead to serious legal consequences.
A evasão de deveres fiscais pode levar a consequências legais graves.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, 'avoidance of duties' is a serious matter that can result in termination, disciplinary action, or legal prosecution depending on the severity and context. In Brazil, it's commonly referenced in labor law and administrative law, while in the USA it's particularly significant in government and corporate accountability contexts.
NYC Slang
shirking; dodging responsibility; slacking off
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