indiscriminate use
[/ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnət ˈjuːs/]
noun phrasepl: indiscriminate uses
uso indiscriminado
1. The practice of using something without careful selection, distinction, or judgment; applying something to all cases alike without consideration of individual circumstances
The indiscriminate use of antibiotics has led to antibiotic resistance.
O uso indiscriminado de antibióticos levou à resistência a antibióticos.
2. Application of a resource, substance, or action without regard to appropriateness, necessity, or consequences
Indiscriminate use of pesticides harms the environment.
O uso indiscriminado de pesticidas prejudica o meio ambiente.
3. Unselective or non-targeted application, often implying carelessness or lack of consideration
The indiscriminate use of force by police officers raised concerns.
O uso indiscriminado da força pela polícia levantou preocupações.
This phrase is commonly used in public health, environmental policy, and law enforcement discussions in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, concerns about 'uso indiscriminado' frequently arise in contexts of medication use, pesticide application, and resource management. The term carries a negative connotation, implying lack of care or regulation.
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