narrower margin

[ˈnæroʊər ˈmɑrdʒɪn]
noun phrasepl: narrower margins
margem mais estreita
1. A smaller or slimmer difference between two competing values, scores, or quantities; a reduced gap or advantage
The candidate won by a narrower margin than expected in the election.
O candidato venceu com uma margem mais estreita do que o esperado na eleição.
2. In business or finance, a smaller profit difference or reduced financial cushion
The company operates on a narrower margin due to increased competition.
A empresa opera com uma margem mais estreita devido à concorrência aumentada.
3. In sports, a smaller lead or advantage over a competitor
The team won by a narrower margin in the final game of the season.
O time venceu com uma margem mais estreita no último jogo da temporada.
This phrase is commonly used in both American and Brazilian contexts, particularly in political elections, sports competitions, and business reporting. In Brazil, it frequently appears in news coverage of elections and sports events. The concept reflects competitive situations where the outcome is uncertain or the winner's advantage is minimal, generating dramatic narratives in media coverage.
NYC Slang
slim margin, tight race
Synonyms / Sinônimos
slimmer marginsmaller gaptighter marginreduced differencethin advantage
Antonyms / Antônimos
wider marginlarger gapbigger advantagecomfortable leadsubstantial difference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
margem mais estreita
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
margem mais apertada
More colloquial variant, 'apertada' emphasizes tightness
São Paulo
margem reduzida
More formal business context usage
Portugal
margem mais estreita
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; universally understood

Related Words

marginprofit marginvictory margincompetitive advantageclose racethin majority

Related Idioms & Phrases

win by a narrow margin
operate on thin margins
a close call
nail-biter
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