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careless approaches

[ˈkeərləs əˈproʊtʃɪz]
noun phrase
abordagens descuidadas
1. Methods or ways of dealing with something that lack attention to detail, caution, or consideration
The project failed due to careless approaches to safety protocols.
O projeto fracassou devido às abordagens descuidadas dos protocolos de segurança.
2. Negligent or inattentive strategies in handling a task or situation
Careless approaches to customer service resulted in lost business.
As abordagens descuidadas ao atendimento ao cliente resultaram em perda de negócios.
NYC Slang
sloppy game / half-assed moves
Synonyms
negligent methodssloppy strategiesreckless tacticsinattentive approacheshasty methods
Antonyms
careful approachesmeticulous methodsthoughtful strategiesdiligent tacticscautious approaches

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abordagens descuidadas
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
abordagens desleixadas
Alternative variant common in São Paulo
Portugal
abordagens negligentes
Preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

flying by the seat of one's pants
half-baked approach
winging it
cutting corners
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