expedient way
[/ɪkˈspiːdiənt weɪ/]
noun phrasepl: expedient ways
forma expediente
1. A method or approach that is quick, efficient, and practical, though not necessarily the most ethical or ideal solution
Taking the expedient way out of the problem, they decided to settle the dispute without going to court.
Escolhendo a forma expediente, eles decidiram resolver a disputa sem ir ao tribunal.
2. A convenient or advantageous method, prioritizing immediate results over long-term consequences
The company chose the expedient way by outsourcing jobs instead of investing in training.
A empresa escolheu a forma expediente terceirizando empregos em vez de investir em treinamento.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'expedient way' often carries a slightly negative connotation, suggesting a solution chosen for convenience rather than correctness. It's frequently used in discussions about business ethics, legal matters, and decision-making when questioning whether a faster approach was the right one morally or practically.
NYC Slang
the quick-and-dirty way; taking the easy route
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