magnify distinctions
[ˈmæɡnɪfaɪ dɪˈstɪŋkʃənz]
verb phrase
amplificar distinções
1. to make differences between things appear larger, more important, or more noticeable than they actually are
The media tends to magnify distinctions between political parties to create a more dramatic narrative.
A mídia tende a amplificar as distinções entre os partidos políticos para criar uma narrativa mais dramática.
2. to exaggerate or overemphasize the separations or contrasts between two or more things
The study showed how social networks magnify distinctions in wealth among community members.
O estudo mostrou como as redes sociais amplificam as distinções de riqueza entre os membros da comunidade.
3. to use optical or rhetorical means to make differences more prominent or visible
The documentary magnifies distinctions between urban and rural lifestyles through contrasting cinematography.
O documentário amplifica as distinções entre os estilos de vida urbano e rural através de cinematografia contrastante.
This phrase is commonly used in academic, journalistic, and political discourse in both Brazilian and American English to critique rhetoric that overemphasizes minor or artificial differences. In Brazilian media and academia, the phrase 'amplificar distinções' is frequently used when discussing political polarization and social divisions. The concept reflects concerns about how communication can either unite or divide society by highlighting contrasts.
NYC Slang
blow up the differences / make a big deal outta the differences
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