brief pressure
[brif ˈpreʃər]
nounpl: brief pressures
pressão breve
1. A temporary or momentary force applied to something or someone, lasting only a short time
The doctor applied brief pressure to the wound to stop the bleeding.
O médico aplicou uma pressão breve à ferida para parar o sangramento.
2. A short-term demand or constraint placed on a person or situation
Despite the brief pressure from management, the team completed the project on time.
Apesar da pressão breve da gerência, o time completou o projeto no prazo.
3. A light or quick touch exerting force
A brief pressure on the button activated the alarm system.
Uma pressão breve no botão ativou o sistema de alarme.
In both Brazilian and American medical contexts, 'brief pressure' is a common term used in first aid and medical procedures. In Portuguese-speaking regions, the term 'pressão breve' is widely understood in medical, technical, and everyday contexts, though regional variations may emphasize different aspects such as lightness or momentary nature.
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