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mainstream approach

[ˈmeɪnˌstrim əˈproʊtʃ]
nounpl: mainstream approaches
abordagem convencional
1. A widely accepted, conventional, or standard method or strategy that is followed by the majority
The mainstream approach to treating this disease involves medication and therapy.
A abordagem convencional para tratar essa doença envolve medicação e terapia.
2. A method that aligns with prevailing opinions, practices, or institutions rather than alternative or unconventional methods
His research rejected the mainstream approach in favor of experimental techniques.
Sua pesquisa rejeitou a abordagem convencional em favor de técnicas experimentais.
Synonyms
conventional approachstandard methodorthodox approachtraditional methodestablished practice
Antonyms
alternative approachunconventional methodunorthodox approachniche strategy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abordagem convencional
Most commonly used in academic and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
abordagem tradicional
Also used interchangeably in formal discourse
São Paulo
abordagem mainstream
Frequently uses the English term directly in business contexts
Portugal
abordagem convencional
Standard usage in European Portuguese academic writing

Related Idioms & Phrases

go with the flow
follow the beaten path
play by the rules
stick to the status quo
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