careless maintenance
[ˈkeərləs meɪnˈtenəns]
noun phrasepl: careless maintenance (uncountable)
manutenção negligente
1. The failure to properly care for, service, or upkeep of equipment, property, or infrastructure due to lack of attention, diligence, or responsibility
The building's deteriorating condition resulted from years of careless maintenance by the landlord.
O estado deteriorado do edifício resultou de anos de manutenção negligente do proprietário.
2. Inadequate or inattentive maintenance practices that fail to meet standard care requirements
Careless maintenance of the machinery led to unexpected breakdowns and production losses.
A manutenção negligente da máquina levou a falhas inesperadas e perdas de produção.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, careless maintenance is often associated with legal liability and property disputes. In Brazil, tenant-landlord conflicts frequently involve accusations of manutenção negligente. In the USA, this term commonly appears in litigation, insurance claims, and building code violations. Proper maintenance is legally mandated in rental properties in both countries.
NYC Slang
slacking on maintenance, half-assed upkeep
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