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erratic approach

[ɪˈrætɪk əˈproʊtʃ]
noun phrasepl: erratic approaches
abordagem errática
1. An unpredictable or inconsistent method of dealing with or handling something; a way of approaching a problem that lacks consistency or clear direction
The company's erratic approach to customer service frustrated many clients.
A abordagem errática da empresa em relação ao atendimento ao cliente frustrou muitos clientes.
2. A strategy or plan characterized by irregular, unpredictable, or changeable behavior
His erratic approach to studying made it difficult for him to pass the exam.
Sua abordagem errática ao estudar tornou difícil passar no exame.
NYC Slang
all over the place
Synonyms
inconsistent approachunpredictable methodhaphazard approachdisorderly approachirregular approach
Antonyms
systematic approachconsistent approachmethodical approachorganized approachpredictable approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abordagem errática
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
abordagem errática / forma irregular de agir
Standard usage in business context
Portugal
abordagem errática
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; sometimes 'forma caótica de abordagem'

Related Idioms & Phrases

all over the map
hit or miss approach
flying by the seat of your pants
shooting from the hip
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