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calculated response

[ˈkælkjəleɪtɪd rɪˈspɒns]
nounpl: calculated responses
resposta calculada
1. A deliberate and carefully considered reaction to something, typically based on strategic thinking rather than emotion
The government issued a calculated response to the trade tariffs.
O governo emitiu uma resposta calculada às tarifas comerciais.
2. A measured reply that is thoughtfully planned to achieve a specific outcome or effect
Her calculated response to the criticism showed remarkable composure.
Sua resposta calculada à crítica demonstrou compostura notável.
NYC Slang
strategic move / play it smart
Synonyms
measured responsestrategic responsedeliberate replythoughtful responsepremeditated answer
Antonyms
impulsive responseemotional reactionspontaneous replyknee-jerk reactionhasty answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta calculada
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
resposta bem pensada
Alternative phrasing emphasizing thoughtfulness
Portugal
resposta ponderada
Common alternative in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

think before you speak
play it cool
mind over matter
keep your wits about you
measured approach
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