dishonest practices
[dɪsˈɑːnəst ˈpræktɪsɪz]
noun phrasepl: dishonest practices
práticas desonestas
1. unethical or fraudulent methods used in business, commerce, or personal dealings that deliberately deceive or mislead others for gain
The company was fined for dishonest practices in their advertising campaigns.
A empresa foi multada por práticas desonestas em suas campanhas publicitárias.
2. deliberate deception or fraud in professional or commercial contexts
Dishonest practices in the financial sector led to the economic crisis.
Práticas desonestas no setor financeiro levaram à crise econômica.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, dishonest practices are heavily scrutinized by regulatory bodies. In Brazil, the term 'malandragem' carries cultural weight referencing a historical tolerance for clever deception, though this is increasingly stigmatized in formal business. In the USA, dishonest practices trigger SEC investigations and legal consequences. The phrase is commonly used in media reports, legal proceedings, and business ethics discussions in both countries.
NYC Slang
shady dealings; con game; ripoff
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