late development
[/leɪt dɪˈvɛləpmənt/]
nounpl: late developments
desenvolvimento tardio
1. A significant event, discovery, or change that occurs or becomes known after an expected or initial timeframe
There was a late development in the court case that changed everything.
Houve um desenvolvimento tardio no caso judicial que mudou tudo.
2. In child development, the slower-than-normal progression of physical, cognitive, or social skills
The child was evaluated for late development in speech and motor skills.
A criança foi avaliada para desenvolvimento tardio na fala e habilidades motoras.
3. In urban planning or real estate, construction or growth that occurs in a later phase of an area's development
The late development of the neighborhood brought new commercial properties.
O desenvolvimento tardio do bairro trouxe novas propriedades comerciais.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'desenvolvimento tardio' is commonly used in medical and psychological contexts, while in news media, 'desdobramento' (unfolding) is more frequently used. In English-speaking contexts, especially in news reporting and legal matters, 'late development' conveys a sense of urgency and importance, often suggesting that new information has emerged that impacts previous understanding.
NYC Slang
plot twist / game changer (informal, for unexpected developments)
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