contravene rules
[ˌkɒntrəˈviːn ˈruːlz]
verb phrase
violar regras
1. to act in violation of a law, rule, or regulation; to break or infringe upon established guidelines
The company contravened rules by operating without proper licensing.
A empresa violou regras ao operar sem licença apropriada.
2. to go against or oppose something that has been established or agreed upon
His actions contravene the rules of professional conduct.
Suas ações violam as regras de conduta profissional.
In Brazilian legal and business contexts, 'violar regras' is the most formal and widely accepted term. In casual conversation, 'quebrar regras' is more common. The phrase is frequently used in corporate compliance training, legal proceedings, and formal written communications across both Brazil and Portugal.
NYC Slang
break the rules; go against the rules
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