constrained progress
[kənˈstreɪnd ˈprɑːɡres]
noun phrasepl: constrained progresses
progresso limitado
1. advancement or forward movement that is restricted, limited, or hindered by external or internal factors
The company experienced constrained progress due to budget limitations and regulatory requirements.
A empresa experimentou progresso limitado devido às limitações orçamentárias e requisitos regulatórios.
2. gradual improvement that occurs under conditions of restriction, shortage, or control
Despite economic challenges, the team made constrained progress toward their annual objectives.
Apesar dos desafios econômicos, a equipe fez progresso limitado em direção aos seus objetivos anuais.
3. development that is slowed or impeded by circumstances beyond one's control
The project showed only constrained progress during the pandemic-related shutdowns.
O projeto mostrou apenas progresso limitado durante os fechamentos relacionados à pandemia.
The phrase 'constrained progress' is commonly used in Brazilian and American business environments to describe situations where companies or projects advance despite challenges. In Brazil, it often reflects discussions around economic constraints and development limitations. In the USA, it frequently appears in corporate reports and project management contexts when discussing performance under market pressures or resource limitations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
making headway against the odds
moving at a snail's pace
one step forward, two steps back
fighting an uphill battle
slow and steady wins the race
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