make contradictory points
[/meɪk kɒntrəˈdɪktəri pɔɪnts/]
verb phrase
fazer pontos contraditórios; apresentar argumentos contraditórios
1. To express or assert statements or arguments that are mutually exclusive or logically inconsistent with one another
The politician made contradictory points about his position on climate change, first denying its severity and then calling for immediate action.
O político apresentou argumentos contraditórios sobre sua posição sobre mudanças climáticas, primeiro negando sua gravidade e depois pedindo ação imediata.
2. To present conflicting viewpoints or claims without resolution or acknowledgment of the inconsistency
In her essay, she made contradictory points by arguing both for and against the same policy without clarification.
Em seu ensaio, ela fez pontos contraditórios ao argumentar tanto a favor quanto contra a mesma política sem esclarecimento.
This phrase is commonly used in political discourse, academic debates, and professional contexts in both American and Brazilian cultures. In Brazil, it's often used to critique politicians or public figures. In American English, similar expressions are frequently employed in media analysis and fact-checking. The concept reflects the value placed on logical consistency and coherence in argumentation across both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking societies.
NYC Slang
talk out of both sides of your mouth; speak with forked tongue
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