distinct effect
[dɪˈstɪŋkt ɪˈfekt]
noun phrasepl: distinct effects
efeito distinto
1. A clear, noticeable, and separate result or consequence that is clearly different from others
The new policy had a distinct effect on employee productivity.
A nova política teve um efeito distinto na produtividade dos funcionários.
2. In legal or formal contexts, a specific consequence that is clearly identifiable and distinguishable
The court ruled that the defendant's actions had a distinct effect on the victim's life.
O tribunal decidiu que as ações do réu tiveram um efeito distinto na vida da vítima.
3. A perceptible and unmistakable influence or impact
The medication had a distinct effect within hours of administration.
O medicamento teve um efeito distinto dentro de horas após a administração.
This phrase is commonly used in formal, professional, legal, and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It emphasizes the importance of clear, measurable, and distinguishable outcomes, reflecting a preference in business and institutional communication for precision and clarity.
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