extended contracts

[ɪkˈstɛndɪd ˈkɑːntræks]
nounpl: extended contracts
contratos estendidos
1. Agreements or deals that have been prolonged beyond their original expiration date or duration
The company negotiated extended contracts with its suppliers to ensure long-term stability.
A empresa negociou contratos estendidos com seus fornecedores para garantir estabilidade a longo prazo.
2. In sports, agreements between teams and players that have been lengthened in terms or conditions
The athlete signed one of the largest extended contracts in football history.
O atleta assinou um dos maiores contratos estendidos da história do futebol.
3. In business and law, contractual arrangements with expanded scope, terms, or timeframes
Extended contracts often include additional benefits and flexibility for both parties.
Contratos estendidos frequentemente incluem benefícios adicionais e flexibilidade para ambas as partes.
In both American and Brazilian business contexts, extended contracts are crucial for stability and long-term planning. In Brazilian football (soccer), extended contracts with star players are heavily publicized and considered major business transactions. The concept reflects corporate emphasis on commitment and relationship-building in professional agreements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
prolonged agreementslengthened contractsexpanded dealslong-term agreements
Antonyms / Antônimos
short-term contractslimited agreementsexpired contractsterminated agreements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
contratos estendidos
Standard formal business and legal terminology
São Paulo
contratos prolongados
Alternative commonly used in business centers
Rio de Janeiro
contratos ampliados
Less formal, sometimes used in sports contexts
Portugal
contratos alargados
European Portuguese equivalent; slightly different terminology

Related Words

contract extensionrenewal clauseagreement termsnegotiationdurationcontractual obligation

Related Idioms & Phrases

extend a contract
sign an extended deal
renegotiate terms
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