insufficient grounds
[ɪn.səˈfɪʃ.ənt graʊndz]
noun phrase
fundamentos insuficientes
1. Lack of adequate evidence, reason, or basis to support a claim, decision, or action
The judge dismissed the case on insufficient grounds.
O juiz arquivou o caso por fundamentos insuficientes.
2. An inadequate foundation or justification for a belief, accusation, or legal proceeding
They rejected the proposal on insufficient grounds without proper analysis.
Rejeitaram a proposta com fundamentos insuficientes sem análise adequada.
3. Lack of adequate legal or factual basis for taking action
The arrest was made on insufficient grounds and the suspect was released.
A prisão foi efetuada com fundamentos insuficientes e o suspeito foi liberado.
This phrase is predominantly used in legal and formal contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazilian courts, 'fundamentos insuficientes' is a standard reason for case dismissal. In the USA, it's commonly used in judicial decisions and formal contexts. The phrase reflects the importance of due process and adequate evidence in legal systems across English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
NYC Slang
not enough to go on
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