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neglectful handling
[nɪˈɡlɛktfəl ˈhændlɪŋ]
noun
pl: neglectful handlings
manuseio negligente
1.
careless or inattentive treatment of something or someone; failure to give proper care or attention
The neglectful handling of the fragile equipment resulted in significant damage.
O manuseio negligente do equipamento frágil resultou em danos significativos.
2.
improper or inadequate management or care of a matter or responsibility
The manager was reprimanded for the neglectful handling of customer complaints.
O gerente foi repreendido pelo manuseio negligente das reclamações dos clientes.
Synonyms
careless handling
negligent treatment
mishandling
improper care
inadequate management
Antonyms
careful handling
attentive treatment
proper care
meticulous management
diligent handling
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
manuseio negligente
standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
manuseio negligente / trato negligente
both forms commonly used
Rio de Janeiro
manuseio negligente
standard form, occasionally 'má conduta' in broader contexts
Portugal
manuseamento negligente
Portuguese preference for 'manuseamento' over 'manuseio'
Related Idioms & Phrases
rough handling
mismanagement of affairs
drop the ball
leave something to chance
handle with care
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