intentional motion
[ɪnˈtenʃənəl ˈmoʊʃən]
nounpl: intentional motions
movimento intencional
1. A deliberate, purposeful movement or action performed with conscious intent and awareness
The dancer's intentional motion across the stage conveyed deep emotion.
O movimento intencional da bailarina pelo palco transmitiu emoção profunda.
2. In law, a motion filed by a party with full knowledge and purpose to achieve a specific legal outcome
The attorney filed an intentional motion to dismiss the case.
O advogado apresentou um movimento intencional para rejeitar o caso.
3. In physics or mechanics, movement that is controlled and directed rather than random or reflexive
The robot's intentional motion was programmed to avoid obstacles.
O movimento intencional do robô foi programado para evitar obstáculos.
In Brazilian legal contexts, 'movimento intencional' is used to distinguish between actions taken with conscious purpose versus those that are accidental or reflexive. In American English-speaking contexts, this term is common in legal, medical, and physical therapy discussions to describe controlled versus uncontrolled movements.
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