harsh methods
[/hɑːrʃ ˈmeθədz/]
noun phrase
métodos rigorosos / métodos severos
1. Severe, cruel, or unkind approaches or techniques used to achieve a goal or enforce discipline
The military used harsh methods to train new recruits.
O exército utilizou métodos rigorosos para treinar novos recrutas.
2. Strict or severe procedures that may cause discomfort, pain, or suffering
The company was criticized for employing harsh methods in its interrogation techniques.
A empresa foi criticada por empregar métodos severos em suas técnicas de interrogatório.
In Brazil, discussions about 'métodos rigorosos' often relate to education, military training, or policing practices. The phrase carries connotations of effectiveness but also potential ethical concerns. In American contexts, the term is frequently used in debates about law enforcement, criminal justice reform, and workplace practices, particularly when discussing whether ends justify means.
NYC Slang
tough tactics / no-nonsense approach
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