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bad relations

[/bæd rɪˈleɪʃənz/]
noun phrase
más relações
1. A state of poor or unfriendly interactions between individuals, groups, or countries characterized by tension, hostility, or lack of cooperation
The bad relations between the two countries have lasted for decades.
As más relações entre os dois países duraram décadas.
2. Strained or deteriorated interpersonal connections marked by conflict or misunderstanding
Their bad relations made it difficult to work together on the project.
As suas más relações tornaram difícil trabalhar juntos no projeto.
NYC Slang
beef or static between parties
Synonyms
poor relationsstrained relationshostile relationstense relationsbad bloodfriction
Antonyms
good relationsfriendly relationscordial relationsharmonious relationsamicable relations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
más relações
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
relações ruim
Colloquial variant using adjective 'ruim'
São Paulo
más relações
Standard formal usage
Portugal
más relações
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the rocks (relationship status)
at odds with someone
burning bridges
have it out with someone
rough patch
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