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decisive steps

[dɪˈsɪsɪv stɛps]
noun phrase
passos decisivos
1. Actions or measures taken with firm determination and purpose to achieve a goal or resolve a situation
The government took decisive steps to combat inflation.
O governo tomou passos decisivos para combater a inflação.
2. Bold or confident actions that demonstrate clear judgment and commitment
She took decisive steps to change her career path.
Ela tomou passos decisivos para mudar sua carreira.
Synonyms
bold actionfirm measuresresolute actionconcrete actiondetermined action
Antonyms
hesitant stepstentative measuresindecisive actionvague measures

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
passos decisivos
most common usage
São Paulo
passos decisivos / ações decisivas
both terms equally used in business contexts
Portugal
passos decisivos / medidas decisivas
medidas decisivas more common in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the bull by the horns
bite the bullet
cross the Rubicon
put your foot down
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