existing options

[ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ ˈɑpʃənz]
noun phrase
opções existentes
1. The choices or alternatives that are currently available or in place
We need to review the existing options before making a decision.
Precisamos revisar as opções existentes antes de tomar uma decisão.
2. Available choices that have already been established or are presently accessible
The software allows you to choose from existing options in the menu.
O software permite que você escolha entre as opções existentes no menu.
3. Current possibilities or alternatives that are at one's disposal
Given the existing options, this is the best solution.
Dadas as opções existentes, esta é a melhor solução.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in business, technology, and decision-making contexts. In Brazil, it appears frequently in corporate environments, software interfaces, and formal discussions about alternatives and choices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
available optionscurrent choicespresent alternativesestablished choicesavailable alternatives
Antonyms / Antônimos
new optionsfuture possibilitiesnon-existent optionsunavailable choices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
opções existentes
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
São Paulo
opções disponíveis
Common alternative emphasizing availability
Rio de Janeiro
alternativas em vigor
More formal variant emphasizing current validity
Portugal
opções disponíveis/existentes
Similar usage, though 'disponíveis' is more frequently used

Related Words

choicealternativepossibilityselectioncurrentavailableestablished

Related Idioms & Phrases

weigh the existing options
explore existing options
stick with existing options
among the existing options
within existing options
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