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deft method

[deft ˈmeθəd]
noun phrasepl: deft methods
método hábil
1. a skillful, clever, and efficient way of doing something
The surgeon used a deft method to minimize scarring during the procedure.
O cirurgião utilizou um método hábil para minimizar cicatrizes durante o procedimento.
2. a technique or approach executed with grace and precision
She employed a deft method to resolve the conflict between the two parties.
Ela empregou um método hábil para resolver o conflito entre as duas partes.
NYC Slang
smooth move / slick way
Synonyms
skillful approachadroit techniqueclever procedureexpert methodproficient way
Antonyms
clumsy methodawkward approachinept techniquebungling procedure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método hábil / jeito esperto
Common in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
método hábil / jogo de cintura
Jogo de cintura often used for clever workarounds
Rio de Janeiro
método hábil / jogo esperto
Informal usage for cunning methods
Portugal
método hábil / forma astuta
Formal and standard usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

sleight of hand
trick of the trade
knack for
have a way with
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