equivocal direction
[/ɪˈkwɪv.ə.kəl dɪˈrek.ʃən/]
noun phrasepl: equivocal directions
direção ambígua
1. guidance or instruction that is unclear, ambiguous, or open to multiple interpretations, leaving uncertainty about the intended course of action
The manager's equivocal direction left the team unsure about project priorities.
A direção ambígua do gerente deixou o time inseguro sobre as prioridades do projeto.
2. a path or course of action that is deliberately vague or noncommittal, often suggesting hidden motives or lack of clarity
His equivocal direction on the policy change confused stakeholders.
Sua direção ambígua sobre a mudança de política confundiu as partes interessadas.
In Brazilian business culture, equivocal direction is often viewed negatively as it reflects poor leadership communication. American corporate contexts similarly value directness, with equivocal direction seen as evasive or manipulative. The term is frequently used in management critiques and organizational psychology discussions.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy directions / mixed signals
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