mitigate consequences
[/ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt ˈkɑːnsɪkwənsɪz/]
verb phrase
atenuar consequências
1. To make consequences less severe, serious, or harmful; to reduce the negative effects or impact of an action or event
The company implemented new safety protocols to mitigate consequences of the industrial accident.
A empresa implementou novos protocolos de segurança para atenuar as consequências do acidente industrial.
2. To take action to lessen or alleviate the negative outcomes of a situation
Early intervention can help mitigate consequences of climate change.
A intervenção precoce pode ajudar a atenuar as consequências das mudanças climáticas.
In Brazilian business and legal contexts, 'atenuar consequências' is the preferred term for risk management and liability discussions. In Portugal, the more formal 'mitigar' is frequently used in technical and administrative documents. The phrase is commonly used in corporate responsibility, environmental policy, and legal proceedings in both countries.
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