compromise measures
[/ˈkɒm.prə.maɪz ˈmeʒ.ərz/]
noun phrasepl: compromise measures
medidas de compromisso
1. Actions or policies agreed upon by different parties that involve each side giving up something to reach an agreement
The government implemented compromise measures to satisfy both labor unions and business owners.
O governo implementou medidas de compromisso para satisfazer tanto os sindicatos quanto os proprietários de empresas.
2. Intermediate solutions that represent a middle ground between conflicting positions or demands
The treaty included several compromise measures to resolve the territorial dispute.
O tratado incluiu várias medidas de compromisso para resolver a disputa territorial.
3. Temporary or partial solutions designed to manage a problem while avoiding full commitment to either side
The school adopted compromise measures regarding the dress code policy.
A escola adotou medidas de compromisso sobre a política de código de vestuário.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'compromise measures' reflects the cultural value placed on negotiation and democratic consensus-building. In Brazil, this phrase is particularly common in political discourse and labor negotiations. In the USA, it's frequently used in legislative and corporate settings. The concept emphasizes practical problem-solving over ideological rigidity.
NYC Slang
a middle-ground deal; splitting the difference
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