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minor players

[ˈmaɪnər ˈpleɪərz]
noun
atores menores / jogadores menores / personagens secundários
1. People or organizations of lesser importance or influence in a particular field, activity, or situation
The startup was still considered one of the minor players in the tech industry.
A startup ainda era considerada um dos atores menores da indústria de tecnologia.
2. Secondary or supporting characters in a narrative, performance, or game
The director focused more on the major plot while minor players had limited screen time.
O diretor focou mais na trama principal enquanto os personagens secundários tiveram tempo de tela limitado.
3. Less significant participants in a sports competition or match
During the championship, minor players got their chance to demonstrate their skills.
Durante o campeonato, jogadores menores tiveram a chance de demonstrar suas habilidades.
NYC Slang
bit players / small-timers
Synonyms
secondary characterssupporting actorslesser participantsbit playerswalk-ons
Antonyms
major playerskey figuresmain charactersleading actorsprincipal participants

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atores menores / jogadores menores
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
personagens secundários / coadjuvantes
Common in entertainment context
Rio de Janeiro
atores coadjuvantes / pequenos jogadores
Used in both sports and entertainment
Portugal
intervenientes menores / papéis secundários
More formal usage; less common colloquially

Related Idioms & Phrases

play a minor role
stay on the sidelines
be in the background
have a supporting role
not be in the spotlight
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