ignore orders
[ɪɡˈnɔːr ˈɔːrdərz]
verb phrase
ignorar ordens
1. to deliberately disregard or fail to follow instructions or commands given by an authority figure or superior
The soldier was court-martialed for ignoring orders during the operation.
O soldado foi julgado em corte marcial por ignorar as ordens durante a operação.
2. to refuse to obey or comply with directives
She was fired for continuously ignoring orders from her manager.
Ela foi demitida por continuamente ignorar as ordens do seu gerente.
In military and corporate contexts in both Brazil and the USA, ignoring orders is considered a serious breach of conduct and hierarchy. In Brazilian culture, respect for authority figures is traditionally valued, making this action particularly transgressive in formal organizations. The phrase is commonly used in disciplinary contexts and legal proceedings.
NYC Slang
blow off orders / disrespect orders
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