narrow perspectives
[/ˈnæroʊ pərˈspɛktɪvz/]
noun phrase
perspectivas estreitas
1. Limited or restricted ways of viewing, understanding, or interpreting situations, ideas, or the world; lacking breadth of vision or consideration
The company's narrow perspectives prevented them from innovating in the market.
As perspectivas estreitas da empresa impediram que inovassem no mercado.
2. Biased or prejudicial viewpoints that fail to consider alternative viewpoints or broader contexts
His narrow perspectives on social issues made it difficult to have productive conversations.
Suas perspectivas estreitas sobre questões sociais tornavam difícil ter conversas produtivas.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, narrow perspectives are often criticized in educational, business, and social discourse. In Brazil, there is particular emphasis on 'perspectivas abertas' (open perspectives) as a value in professional and academic environments. The phrase is frequently used in discussions about diversity, inclusion, and critical thinking.
NYC Slang
tunnel vision; myopic take
Related Idioms & Phrases
can't see the forest for the trees
visão de túnel (tunnel vision)
estar de olhos vendados (to be blindfolded)
não enxergar além do nariz (not seeing beyond one's nose)
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