clear deadline
[/klɪr ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/]
noun phrasepl: clear deadlines
prazo claro / prazo bem definido
1. A specific date and time by which a task must be completed, communicated in an unambiguous and easily understood manner
The project manager set a clear deadline of March 31st for all submissions.
O gerente de projeto estabeleceu um prazo claro de 31 de março para todos os envios.
2. An unambiguous endpoint for completing work or meeting requirements without room for misinterpretation
Without a clear deadline, the team didn't know when to finish the report.
Sem um prazo bem definido, a equipe não sabia quando terminar o relatório.
In Brazilian business culture, setting 'prazos claros' is considered essential for project management and avoiding miscommunication. Americans and Brazilians alike emphasize the importance of explicit deadlines in professional settings to prevent delays and ensure accountability. The phrase reflects modern workplace values around transparency and precision.
NYC Slang
hard stop / firm deadline
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