diligence

[/ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/]

nounfemininepl: diligences

diligência

1. careful and persistent effort in one's work or duties

She completed the project with great diligence.

Ela completou o projeto com grande diligência.

2. the quality of being conscientious and thorough

The lawyer's diligence in reviewing the documents was impressive.

A diligência do advogado ao revisar os documentos foi impressionante.

3. a public stagecoach or coach (historical usage)

They traveled by diligence across France in the 19th century.

Eles viajaram de diligência pela França no século XIX.

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General Brazilian

diligência

Standard usage; refers to care and effort in work

São Paulo

diligência

Standard usage; common in professional and legal contexts

Portugal

diligência

Standard usage; also refers to a police procedure or legal inquiry

due diligence - investigação detalhada ou verificação completa antes de uma transação

with diligence - com cuidado e atenção aos detalhes

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