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minimal wait

[ˈmɪnɪməl weɪt]
noun phrasepl: minimal waits
espera mínima
1. The shortest possible time that someone must wait for a service, product, or result
This restaurant offers minimal wait times during off-peak hours.
Este restaurante oferece tempos de espera mínimos durante horas de menor movimento.
2. A service guarantee or feature emphasizing quick service with little delay
The new app promises minimal wait for customer support.
O novo aplicativo promete espera mínima para suporte ao cliente.
Synonyms
short waitminimal delayquick servicefast turnaroundreduced waiting time
Antonyms
long waitexcessive delayprolonged waiting timeextensive delay

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espera mínima
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
espera mínima / pouca espera
Both terms are commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
espera mínima
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

no time to waste
quick turnaround
fast-track service
express service
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