empty response
[/ˈɛmpti rɪˈspɑːns/]
nounpl: empty responses
resposta vazia
1. A reply or answer that contains no information, substance, or meaningful content
When asked about his plans, he gave an empty response that left everyone confused.
Quando perguntado sobre seus planos, ele deu uma resposta vazia que deixou todos confusos.
2. In computing and technology, a response from a server or system that contains no data or null value
The API returned an empty response, indicating no results were found.
A API retornou uma resposta vazia, indicando que nenhum resultado foi encontrado.
3. A reaction or feedback that is devoid of emotion, commitment, or genuine engagement
His empty response to her confession revealed his lack of interest.
Sua resposta vazia à confissão dela revelou sua falta de interesse.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, an 'empty response' is often seen as evasive or dismissive. In professional settings, it can indicate lack of engagement or avoidance of commitment. In tech/development contexts, it's a neutral technical term referring to null data structures. Brazilians may use 'resposta vazia' or the more formal 'resposta nula' in technical discourse.
NYC Slang
no cap / ghost / dead air
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