decrease power
[/dɪˈkres ˈpaʊər/]
verb phrase
diminuir potência
1. to reduce the amount of power, strength, or energy being supplied or used
The engineer decided to decrease power to the system during maintenance.
O engenheiro decidiu diminuir a potência do sistema durante a manutenção.
2. to lower the intensity or output of an electrical, mechanical, or computational device
You can decrease power consumption by adjusting the settings.
Você pode diminuir o consumo de potência ajustando as configurações.
3. to reduce the influence, authority, or effectiveness of a person or organization
The new regulations aim to decrease power held by monopolies.
Os novos regulamentos visam diminuir o poder detido pelos monopólios.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'decrease power' is primarily used in technical, scientific, and industrial settings. In Brazil, it's commonly heard in engineering discussions and technical manuals. In the USA, the phrase is prevalent in technology, energy management, and automotive industries. The concept also carries metaphorical weight in political discourse in both countries when discussing the reduction of institutional or corporate influence.
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