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careless ending

[ˈkeərləs ˈɛndɪŋ]
nounpl: careless endings
final descuidado; conclusão negligente
1. An ending or conclusion of a work, performance, or narrative that is executed without care, attention to detail, or proper consideration, resulting in a weak or unsatisfying finish
The film suffered from a careless ending that left many plot threads unresolved.
O filme sofreu com um final descuidado que deixou muitas tramas soltas.
2. In music or performance, a finale that is rushed, imprecise, or poorly executed
The orchestra's careless ending marred an otherwise excellent performance.
O final descuidado da orquestra prejudicou uma performance que era excelente.
3. In writing, a conclusion that appears hastily written or lacks the polish of the preceding work
Critics noted the careless ending of the novel seemed rushed.
Críticos observaram que o final negligente do romance parecia apressado.
Synonyms
rushed endingsloppy conclusionnegligent finalehasty finish
Antonyms
polished endingmeticulous conclusioncareful finalewell-crafted finish

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
final descuidado; conclusão negligente
commonly used in literary and film criticism
Portugal
fim descuidado; conclusão negligente
used similarly in critical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

phoning it in - finishing without proper effort
leaving things hanging - incomplete or careless conclusion
half-baked ending - poorly thought out finish
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