conducting lazily
[kənˈdʌktɪŋ ˈleɪzɪli]
verb phrase
conduzindo preguiçosamente
1. performing a task, activity, or role in a slow, unmotivated, or careless manner without proper effort or enthusiasm
The orchestra's conductor was conducting lazily, showing little interest in the performance.
O maestro estava conduzindo a orquestra preguiçosamente, demonstrando pouco interesse na apresentação.
2. managing or directing something with minimal energy or commitment
He was conducting the meeting lazily, without engaging the participants.
Ele estava conduzindo a reunião preguiçosamente, sem engajar os participantes.
3. executing electrical current or heat transmission with minimal efficiency or effort
The material was conducting heat lazily through the system.
O material estava conduzindo o calor preguiçosamente pelo sistema.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, this phrase describes a lack of engagement or effort. In professional settings, it's often used critically to describe poor leadership or management. The term reflects universal cultural values around work ethic and dedication, whether in musical, corporate, or technical contexts.
NYC Slang
conducting half-ass / phoning it in
Related Idioms & Phrases
going through the motions
doing something by the numbers
sleepwalking through something
not putting in the effort
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