cautious choice
[KAW-shus CHOYS]
noun phrasepl: cautious choices
escolha cautelosa
1. a decision made with careful consideration of potential risks or consequences, avoiding hasty or reckless action
Taking the safer job offer was a cautious choice given the economic uncertainty.
Aceitar a oferta de emprego mais segura foi uma escolha cautelosa diante da incerteza econômica.
2. a selection made with deliberation and prudence, typically to minimize negative outcomes
Her cautious choice to invest in bonds rather than stocks proved wise during the market crash.
Sua escolha cautelosa de investir em títulos em vez de ações provou ser sábia durante o crash do mercado.
In Brazilian culture, cautious choices are often valued in financial and professional decisions, reflecting a pragmatic approach to uncertainty. In American culture, particularly in business contexts, being cautious is sometimes viewed as conservative but prudent, while in entrepreneurial contexts it may be seen as overly risk-averse.
NYC Slang
playing it safe / playing smart
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