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cursory help

[ˈkɜːrsəri hɛlp]
noun phrase
ajuda superficial
1. Assistance provided in a hasty, brief, or superficial manner without thorough attention or care
The technician provided only cursory help before moving on to the next client.
O técnico ofereceu apenas ajuda superficial antes de passar para o próximo cliente.
2. Quick support given without detailed examination or deep involvement
She offered cursory help with the project, but didn't really engage with the problem.
Ela ofereceu ajuda superficial com o projeto, mas não se envolveu realmente com o problema.
NYC Slang
half-assed help
Synonyms
superficial assistancequick helphasty supportbrief assistanceperfunctory help
Antonyms
thorough helpcomprehensive assistancedetailed supportin-depth help

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ajuda superficial
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ajuda rápida e superficial
Often emphasizes the speed aspect
Portugal
ajuda superficial
Same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

lick and a promise
slap and dash
band-aid solution
quick fix
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