loose recommendations
[/luːs ˌrekəˈmenˈdeɪʃənz/]
noun phrase
recomendações vagas
1. Suggestions or advice that lack specificity, precision, or clear structure; recommendations that are not strict, binding, or firmly defined
The committee provided only loose recommendations for improving the process, leaving much room for interpretation.
O comitê forneceu apenas recomendações vagas para melhorar o processo, deixando muito espaço para interpretação.
2. Flexible or non-mandatory guidelines that allow for discretion in implementation
These are loose recommendations rather than strict rules, so departments can adapt them as needed.
Estas são recomendações vagas e não regras rígidas, então os departamentos podem adaptá-las conforme necessário.
In Brazilian corporate culture, loose recommendations are common when hierarchical structures prefer to maintain flexibility in decision-making. In the USA, they may indicate a more democratic or consultative approach, whereas in formal European contexts they might be viewed less favorably as lacking sufficient clarity.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy suggestions
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