confused sections

[/kənˈfjuːzd ˈsɛkʃənz/]
noun phrase
seções confusas
1. Parts or divisions of a text, document, or physical space that are unclear, disorganized, or difficult to understand
The confused sections of the manual made it difficult for users to follow the instructions.
As seções confusas do manual dificultavam que os usuários seguissem as instruções.
2. Areas or segments that lack clear boundaries or logical organization
The confused sections in the city's urban planning created traffic problems.
As seções confusas no planejamento urbano da cidade criaram problemas de trânsito.
3. Portions of written or visual material that contain contradictory or unclear information
Readers complained about the confused sections of the report that contained conflicting data.
Os leitores reclamaram sobre as seções confusas do relatório que continham dados conflitantes.
This phrase is commonly used in academic, technical, and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States when referring to poorly organized or unclear portions of documents, manuals, or organizational structures. In Brazil, clarity and organization in official documents are increasingly emphasized in corporate and government settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unclear sectionsmuddled sectionsambiguous sectionsdisorganized sectionsincoherent sections
Antonyms / Antônimos
clear sectionsorganized sectionslucid sectionswell-defined sections

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seções confusas
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
seções confusas
Formal business and technical contexts
Portugal
secções confusas
Portuguese spelling uses 'secções' instead of 'seções'

Related Words

confusionuncleardisorganizedambiguouscompartmentdivision

Related Idioms & Phrases

lost in the confused sections
navigate through confused sections
clarify the confused sections
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