display partiality
[/dɪˈspleɪ pɑrˈʃæləti/]
verb phrase
demonstrar parcialidade
1. to show favoritism or bias towards a particular person, group, or side
The referee was accused of displaying partiality towards the home team.
O árbitro foi acusado de demonstrar parcialidade em favor do time da casa.
2. to reveal an unfair preference or preference that is not impartial
The judge cannot display partiality in legal proceedings.
O juiz não pode demonstrar parcialidade nos procedimentos legais.
3. to exhibit bias or a preference for one side over another
Teachers should never display partiality among their students.
Professores nunca devem demonstrar parcialidade entre seus alunos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, displaying partiality is generally considered unethical in professional and legal settings. In Brazil, this concept is particularly emphasized in educational and judicial contexts where fairness and impartiality are core values. The phrase is often used to critique decision-makers who show obvious bias, and it carries a negative connotation in formal discourse.
NYC Slang
show favoritism / play favorites
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