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cursory methods

[ˈkɜːrsəri ˈmeθədz]
noun phrase
métodos superficiais
1. Quick, hasty, or superficial approaches to accomplishing a task; methods that lack thoroughness or attention to detail
The auditor criticized the company for using cursory methods in their financial review.
O auditor criticou a empresa por usar métodos superficiais em sua revisão financeira.
2. Rapid examination or inspection done without care or attention to detail
A cursory methods approach to quality control can lead to product defects.
Uma abordagem de métodos superficiais no controle de qualidade pode levar a defeitos no produto.
NYC Slang
half-assed methods; quick-and-dirty approach
Synonyms
superficial methodshasty methodsrushed approachesperfunctory methodscasual procedures
Antonyms
thorough methodsmeticulous approachesdetailed procedurescomprehensive methodsrigorous analysis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
métodos superficiais
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
métodos apressados
Alternative term emphasizing haste
Portugal
métodos ligeiros
Common European Portuguese variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

a lick and a promise
quick once-over
cut corners
do a rush job
superficial treatment
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