implicit order
[ɪˈmplɪsɪt ˈɔːrdər]
nounpl: implicit orders
ordem implícita
1. A command or instruction that is suggested or understood without being explicitly stated in words
The implicit order was to finish the project by Friday, even though the manager never directly said so.
A ordem implícita era terminar o projeto até sexta-feira, embora o gerente nunca tivesse dito isso explicitamente.
2. In law and business, an instruction conveyed through context, tone, or circumstance rather than direct communication
The implicit order to reduce costs was clear from the budget cuts announced during the meeting.
A ordem implícita de reduzir custos era clara pelos cortes orçamentários anunciados durante a reunião.
3. In computing and logic, a predetermined sequence or hierarchy that is inherent in a system without being explicitly programmed
The implicit order of operations follows mathematical conventions.
A ordem implícita das operações segue convenções matemáticas.
In Brazilian business culture, implicit orders are common due to hierarchical communication styles and are often expected to be understood without explicit statement. In American corporate settings, there is generally a preference for explicit communication, making implicit orders potentially problematic. Understanding implicit orders is essential in Portuguese-speaking workplaces where context and relationship dynamics significantly influence communication.
NYC Slang
reading between the lines / getting the hint
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