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explicit directions

[/ɪkˈsplɪsɪt dəˈrekʃənz/]
noun phrase
instruções explícitas
1. Clear, detailed, and unambiguous instructions that leave no room for misinterpretation
The teacher gave explicit directions on how to complete the assignment.
O professor deu instruções explícitas sobre como completar a tarefa.
2. Step-by-step guidance that is stated in a direct and straightforward manner
Follow the explicit directions on the package to assemble the furniture.
Siga as instruções explícitas na embalagem para montar o móvel.
Synonyms
clear instructionsdetailed directionsspecific instructionsprecise directionsunambiguous instructions
Antonyms
vague directionsimplicit directionsambiguous instructionsunclear guidance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
instruções explícitas
most common usage
São Paulo
instruções claras e detalhadas
alternative phrasing often used in business context
Portugal
instruções explícitas
identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

in no uncertain terms
spell it out
leave no stone unturned
dot every i and cross every t
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