lasting damage
[ˈlɑːstɪŋ ˈdæmɪdʒ]
noun phrase
dano duradouro
1. harm or injury that persists or continues to have negative effects over a long period of time
The scandal caused lasting damage to his reputation.
O escândalo causou dano duradouro à sua reputação.
2. long-term physical, emotional, or structural harm that does not quickly heal or resolve
The flood caused lasting damage to the homes in the neighborhood.
A enchente causou dano duradouro às casas do bairro.
3. enduring negative consequences or setbacks
The trade war inflicted lasting damage on the economy.
A guerra comercial infligiu dano duradouro à economia.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in professional, legal, and medical contexts. In Brazil, it appears frequently in news media discussing political scandals, economic crises, and social issues. The term emphasizes the gravity and duration of harmful consequences.
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