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brief waiting period

[/brief ˈweɪtɪŋ ˈpɪriəd/]
nounpl: brief waiting periods
breve período de espera
1. A short span of time during which one must wait before something happens or is available
There is a brief waiting period before the appointment can be scheduled.
Há um breve período de espera antes que a consulta possa ser marcada.
2. A short delay required by law, regulation, or procedure before an action can be completed
A brief waiting period is mandated before firearm purchases can be finalized.
Um breve período de espera é obrigatório antes que compras de armas de fogo possam ser finalizadas.
Synonyms
short waitbrief delayshort pausemomentary hold
Antonyms
long waiting periodextended delayindefinite wait

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
breve período de espera
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
breve período de espera
Common in business and medical contexts
Portugal
breve período de espera
Formal usage in administrative contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

patience is a virtue
hold your horses
just a moment
bear with me
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