limited adjustments

[ˈlɪmɪtɪd əˈdʒʌstmənts]
noun phrase
ajustes limitados
1. Restricted or controlled changes made to something to improve its performance, fit, or condition within set boundaries or constraints
The mechanic made only limited adjustments to the engine to keep costs down.
O mecânico fez apenas ajustes limitados no motor para manter os custos reduzidos.
2. Minor modifications implemented within predetermined parameters or scope, often in policy, finance, or operations
The government announced limited adjustments to the tax policy for the coming year.
O governo anunciou ajustes limitados na política tributária para o próximo ano.
3. Small incremental changes that do not fundamentally alter the structure or essence of something
The software update includes only limited adjustments to the user interface.
A atualização do software inclui apenas ajustes limitados na interface do usuário.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian business, technology, and government contexts when discussing incremental policy changes or operational improvements. In the USA, it's frequently employed in corporate settings, automotive industries, and technology sectors to indicate conservative or cautious approaches to change management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
minor modificationsrestricted changesconstrained adjustmentsincremental adjustmentsmodest tweaks
Antonyms / Antônimos
comprehensive changesmajor overhaulsextensive modificationsradical transformationsunrestricted adjustments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ajustes limitados
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ajustes limitados / pequenos ajustes
Both terms used interchangeably in informal and formal speech
São Paulo
ajustes limitados / ajustes restritos
Preferred in corporate and financial sectors
Portugal
ajustamentos limitados / ajustes restritos
'Ajustamentos' is more common in European Portuguese

Related Words

adjustmentmodificationconstraintparameterlimitationfine-tuningcalibration

Related Idioms & Phrases

make adjustments
within limits
fine-tuning the details
minor tweaks to the system
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