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gradual ending

[ˈɡrædʒuəl ˈɛndɪŋ]
nounpl: gradual endings
encerramento gradual
1. A slow, progressive conclusion or termination of something over a period of time rather than abruptly
The company announced a gradual ending of its operations in the region over the next two years.
A empresa anunciou um encerramento gradual de suas operações na região durante os próximos dois anos.
2. A fade-out or slow transition to completion
The gradual ending of the relationship was less painful than a sudden break.
O encerramento gradual do relacionamento foi menos doloroso do que uma separação repentina.
Synonyms
phased endingslow conclusionprogressive terminationfade-outtapering off
Antonyms
abrupt endingsudden terminationimmediate conclusionsharp break

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
encerramento gradual
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
término gradual
Alternative colloquial usage
São Paulo
encerramento progressivo
Slightly more formal variant
Portugal
termo gradual
European Portuguese preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

fade into the sunset
phase out gradually
wind down slowly
taper off
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