decrease support

[dɪˈkris səˈpɔrt]
verb phrase
diminuir o apoio
1. to reduce the amount of assistance, backing, or resources provided to someone or something
The government decided to decrease support for renewable energy projects.
O governo decidiu diminuir o apoio aos projetos de energia renovável.
2. to withdraw or reduce political, financial, or moral backing
Public opinion began to decrease support for the controversial policy.
A opinião pública começou a diminuir o apoio à política controversa.
3. to lower the level of encouragement or assistance in any context
The company had to decrease support for its regional offices due to budget cuts.
A empresa teve que diminuir o apoio aos seus escritórios regionais devido a cortes orçamentários.
This phrase is commonly used in political discourse, business contexts, and policy discussions in both the USA and Brazil. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'diminuir o apoio' is frequently heard in news reports regarding government funding and political support. The concept carries significant weight in discussions about government programs, corporate investments, and social initiatives.
NYC Slang
pull back support
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reduce supportwithdraw supportcut supportscale back supportdiminish backinglower assistance
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase supportenhance supportstrengthen backingboost assistanceexpand support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
diminuir o apoio
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
reduzir o apoio / tirar o apoio
Alternative formulation commonly used in Rio
São Paulo
diminuir o suporte
More technical/business context usage
Portugal
diminuir o apoio / reduzir o suporte
Similar to Brazilian Portuguese; 'suporte' also used in technical contexts

Related Words

fundingbackingassistanceresourcesendorsementsubsidy

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut back on support
dial down support
walk back support
pull the plug on support
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