contradictory replies
[kɑn.trə.dɪk.tə.ri rɪ.plaɪz]
noun phrasepl: contradictory replies
respostas contraditórias
1. answers or responses that are inconsistent with each other or with previously stated information; replies that contain opposing or mutually exclusive statements
The witness gave contradictory replies during the trial, first saying he was at home, then claiming he was at the scene of the crime.
A testemunha deu respostas contraditórias durante o julgamento, primeiro dizendo que estava em casa, depois afirmando que estava no local do crime.
2. conflicting answers that negate or refute each other
The CEO's contradictory replies about the company's financial status confused investors.
As respostas contraditórias do CEO sobre a situação financeira da empresa confundiram os investidores.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, contradictory replies are viewed as indicators of dishonesty, confusion, or poor communication. In legal proceedings, they significantly damage credibility. Brazilian culture often views such contradictions as particularly problematic in professional and governmental contexts, where clarity is highly valued.
Related Idioms & Phrases
speak out of both sides of one's mouth
have your cake and eat it too
blow hot and cold
falar coisas contraditórias
dizer uma coisa e fazer outra
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