diminished tenacity
[dɪˈmɪnɪʃt təˈnæsɪti]
noun phrasepl: diminished tenacities
tenacidade diminuída
1. a reduction in the quality of holding firmly to something; weakened persistence, determination, or grip
After months of illness, he experienced diminished tenacity in his grip strength.
Após meses de doença, ele experimentou tenacidade diminuída na força de preensão.
2. decreased ability to maintain resolve, purpose, or commitment
The team's diminished tenacity was evident in their lack of effort during the final quarter.
A tenacidade diminuída do time era evidente na falta de esforço durante o último quarto.
3. in medical or physical contexts, weakened adhesive or cohesive properties
The material showed diminished tenacity after prolonged exposure to heat.
O material apresentou tenacidade diminuída após exposição prolongada ao calor.
This term is commonly used in medical, psychological, and sports contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'falta de garra' (literally 'lack of claw') is a popular colloquial equivalent emphasizing loss of fighting spirit or determination, particularly in sports commentary. In American contexts, it often appears in medical reports and fitness assessments.
NYC Slang
lost your edge; no longer got it
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