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grande alcance

[GRAH-nduh ahl-kah-suh]
noun phrasemasculinepl: grandes alcances
long-range; far-reaching; wide scope
1. Something that has a broad impact, extensive reach, or covers a large distance or area
This policy will have far-reaching consequences for the entire nation.
Esta política terá grande alcance para toda a nação.
2. A missile, weapon, or projectile capable of traveling long distances
The military deployed long-range missiles along the border.
O exército implantou mísseis de grande alcance ao longo da fronteira.
3. Extensive scope or influence; widespread effect
The campaign had a great reach among young voters.
A campanha teve grande alcance entre eleitores jovens.
Synonyms
alcance amplolongo alcancealcance extensoabrangênciaamplitude
Antonyms
curto alcancealcance limitadoalcance restrito

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
grande alcance
Standard usage in military, political, and commercial contexts
São Paulo
grande alcance
Common in business and technology sectors
Portugal
grande alcance
Standard usage, equivalent to European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

ter grande alcance
de grande alcance
de alcance mundial
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