exceptional cases
[ɪkˈsɛpʃənəl ˈkeɪsɪz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (already plural)
casos excepcionais
1. Situations or instances that are unusual, rare, or different from the normal rule or standard
The company makes exceptions only in exceptional cases where circumstances warrant special consideration.
A empresa faz exceções apenas em casos excepcionais em que as circunstâncias justificam consideração especial.
2. Circumstances that are noteworthy or remarkable because they deviate from what is typical or expected
In exceptional cases, students may be allowed to retake the exam without penalty.
Em casos excepcionais, os alunos podem ter permissão para refazer a prova sem penalidade.
3. Legal or administrative situations that warrant treatment outside normal procedures
The visa was granted only in exceptional cases due to humanitarian concerns.
O visto foi concedido apenas em casos excepcionais devido a preocupações humanitárias.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'exceptional cases' is commonly used in formal settings such as education, law, corporate policy, and government. In Brazil, it reflects bureaucratic language where exceptions are carefully documented. In the USA, it's frequently used in legal disclaimers and institutional policies. The phrase conveys that rules are generally firm but can be bent for legitimate, documented reasons.
NYC Slang
edge cases (in tech/informal contexts), one-offs
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