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defensive tactics

[dɪˈfɛnsɪv ˈtæktɪks]
nounpl: defensive tactics
táticas defensivas
1. Strategic methods or maneuvers employed to protect, defend, or guard against attack, threat, or unwanted action
The team employed defensive tactics to prevent the opponent from scoring.
O time empregou táticas defensivas para impedir o adversário de marcar.
2. In military or combat contexts, strategic positioning and maneuvering designed to repel or minimize damage from enemy attacks
The commander instructed soldiers on defensive tactics for the upcoming battle.
O comandante instruiu os soldados sobre táticas defensivas para a próxima batalha.
3. In psychological or social contexts, protective mechanisms or strategies used to guard against criticism, conflict, or emotional harm
She used defensive tactics in the meeting to protect her position.
Ela usou táticas defensivas na reunião para proteger sua posição.
Synonyms
defensive strategyprotective measuresdefense mechanismsguarding techniquescontainment strategy
Antonyms
offensive tacticsaggressive strategyattacking maneuversoffensive operations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
táticas defensivas
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
táticas defensivas
Common in business and sports contexts
Rio de Janeiro
táticas defensivas
Used in military and sports discussions
Portugal
táticas defensivas
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

play defense
defensive posture
on the defensive
circle the wagons
fort up
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