clear stand

[/klɪr stænd/]
noun phrasepl: clear stands
posição clara
1. A distinct and unambiguous position or stance on an issue; a definitive declaration of one's viewpoint or belief
The company took a clear stand against discrimination in the workplace.
A empresa adotou uma posição clara contra a discriminação no local de trabalho.
2. A transparent or visible physical structure or booth, typically used for display or selling purposes
The vendor set up a clear stand at the market to display the merchandise.
O vendedor montou um estande transparente no mercado para exibir a mercadoria.
3. To make one's opinion or position unmistakably evident or publicly known
She decided to take a clear stand on the controversial policy.
Ela decidiu tomar uma posição clara sobre a política controversa.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'taking a clear stand' is highly valued in political discourse, business ethics, and social activism. In Brazil, this phrase reflects the cultural emphasis on 'posicionamento' (positioning oneself) in social and professional matters. In the USA, it's associated with transparency and moral clarity in corporate culture and public opinion.
NYC Slang
taking a hard line / drawing a line in the sand
Synonyms / Sinônimos
definite positionfirm stanceexplicit statementclear positionunambiguous stance
Antonyms / Antônimos
ambiguous positionunclear stancefence-sittingvague positionwavering stance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
posição clara
Most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
posicionamento claro
Frequently used in urban and business contexts
São Paulo
posição clara / posicionamento firme
Preferred in corporate and formal environments
Portugal
posição clara / postura clara
Similar usage but 'postura' more common in Portuguese European

Related Words

stancepositionviewpointdeclarationcommitmentprincipled stand

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a stand
make a stand
take a firm stance
stand one's ground
put one's foot down
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