extemporaneous change
[/ˌɛkstɛmpəˈreɪniəs tʃeɪndʒ/]
noun phrasepl: extemporaneous changes
mudança improvizada; alteração repentina; mudança de improviso
1. An unplanned, spontaneous, or sudden alteration made without prior preparation or deliberate planning
The director made an extemporaneous change to the script during rehearsal when an actor suggested a better line.
O diretor fez uma mudança improvizada no roteiro durante o ensaio quando um ator sugeriu uma frase melhor.
2. A modification implemented on the spot or in the moment, often in response to unforeseen circumstances
Due to the equipment failure, the team had to make an extemporaneous change to their presentation strategy.
Devido à falha do equipamento, a equipe teve que fazer uma alteração repentina em sua estratégia de apresentação.
In Brazilian corporate and creative environments, the ability to make extemporaneous changes is often viewed as a sign of flexibility and resourcefulness. In American business culture, while adaptability is valued, extemporaneous changes are sometimes framed as risks or failures of planning. The term is more commonly used in formal or academic contexts in both cultures, with informal synonyms being preferred in everyday speech.
NYC Slang
on-the-fly change; spur-of-the-moment switch
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