hidden setbacks
[/ˈhɪdən ˈsetbæks/]
noun phrasepl: hidden setbacks
reveses ocultos
1. Unforeseen difficulties or obstacles that are not immediately visible or apparent
The project seemed successful on the surface, but there were hidden setbacks that delayed completion.
O projeto parecia bem-sucedido na superfície, mas havia reveses ocultos que atrasaram a conclusão.
2. Concealed problems or failures that emerge later in a process or situation
The company discovered hidden setbacks in their supply chain after the audit.
A empresa descobriu reveses ocultos em sua cadeia de suprimentos após a auditoria.
3. Obstacles or negative developments that are deliberately kept secret or simply overlooked
Hidden setbacks in negotiations can derail an entire deal if not addressed early.
Os reveses ocultos nas negociações podem prejudicar todo um acordo se não forem abordados logo.
In Brazilian business culture, discussing 'reveses ocultos' is common in risk management and project planning contexts. In American corporate environments, identifying and addressing hidden setbacks is considered part of due diligence and strategic foresight. The phrase reflects the universal challenge of discovering problems that were not initially apparent.
NYC Slang
sneaky problems; under-the-radar issues
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