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decisive action

[dɪˈsɪsɪv ˈækʃən]
noun phrasepl: decisive actions
ação decisiva
1. A firm, determined course of action taken to resolve a situation or problem conclusively
The government took decisive action to address the economic crisis.
O governo tomou uma ação decisiva para enfrentar a crise econômica.
2. Quick and resolute measures implemented without hesitation or ambiguity
Decisive action was needed to prevent further damage.
Uma ação decisiva foi necessária para evitar mais danos.
NYC Slang
getting down to brass tacks; taking the bull by the horns
Synonyms
firm actionresolute actionswift actionbold movedetermined stepconclusive measure
Antonyms
indecisionhesitationinactionprocrastinationvacillation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ação decisiva
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ação decisiva / medida enérgica
Business and governmental contexts prefer this form
Portugal
ação decisiva / medida firme
Formal Portuguese usage, slightly more formal register

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the bull by the horns
cut to the chase
put one's foot down
draw a line in the sand
strike while the iron is hot
tomar as rédeas da situação
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