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inadequate backing

[ɪnˈædɪkwət ˈbækɪŋ]
noun phrasepl: inadequate backings
apoio insuficiente
1. Insufficient support, funding, or endorsement for a project, idea, or person
The startup failed due to inadequate backing from investors.
A startup falhou devido ao apoio insuficiente dos investidores.
2. Lack of proper support or reinforcement in a physical or structural context
The wall collapsed because of inadequate backing behind the bricks.
A parede desabou devido ao apoio insuficiente atrás dos tijolos.
Synonyms
insufficient supportlack of supportweak backingpoor supportlimited fundinginadequate support
Antonyms
strong backingadequate supportsufficient fundingsolid supportrobust backing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio insuficiente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
respaldo inadequado
Sometimes used in business contexts
Portugal
apoio inadequado
Formal usage in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

not having someone's back
left in the lurch
without a leg to stand on
deixar alguém na mão (to leave someone in the lurch)
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