implied commitments
[ɪmˈplaɪd kəˈmɪtmənts]
nounpl: implied commitments
compromissos implícitos
1. Obligations or promises that are understood or inferred but not explicitly stated in words or writing
The implied commitments in the contract were as important as the written terms.
Os compromissos implícitos no contrato eram tão importantes quanto os termos escritos.
2. Duties or responsibilities that are suggested by circumstances, conduct, or context rather than directly expressed
By accepting the job offer, she accepted the implied commitments that came with the position.
Ao aceitar a oferta de emprego, ela aceitou os compromissos implícitos que vieram com o cargo.
3. In legal contexts, obligations that arise from the nature of an agreement even when not formally documented
The court recognized implied commitments based on the parties' conduct and prior dealings.
O tribunal reconheceu compromissos implícitos baseados na conduta das partes e nas relações anteriores.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, implied commitments are taken seriously despite their unwritten nature. In Brazil, personal relationships and trust often lead to strong implied commitments in business dealings. In the USA, implied commitments are subject to legal scrutiny, particularly in contract law where 'implied terms' are recognized by courts. The phrase is frequently used in corporate governance, employment law, and international business agreements.
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