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lax interpretation

[læks ɪntɜːrprɪˈteɪʃən]
nounpl: lax interpretations
interpretação flexível
1. A loose, lenient, or non-strict reading or understanding of a rule, law, text, or instruction that allows for broader application or greater flexibility
The coach's lax interpretation of the rules allowed players to use equipment that was technically prohibited.
A interpretação flexível do treinador das regras permitiu que os jogadores usassem equipamento que era tecnicamente proibido.
2. An explanation or understanding that does not adhere strictly to the original meaning or intent
Critics argued that the government's lax interpretation of the constitutional clause undermined its original purpose.
Os críticos argumentaram que a interpretação flexível do governo da cláusula constitucional enfraqueceu seu propósito original.
Synonyms
loose interpretationlenient interpretationliberal interpretationpermissive readingflexible understanding
Antonyms
strict interpretationrigorous interpretationliteral interpretationrigid interpretationstringent reading

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
interpretação flexível
Most commonly used term in Brazilian Portuguese
Brazil
interpretação frouxa
More colloquial alternative
Portugal
interpretação leniente
Preferred in European Portuguese legal contexts
Portugal
interpretação pouco rigorosa
Alternative formal expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

bend the rules
take liberties with something
read between the lines
stretch the meaning
loosen the reins
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