negligible section
[/ˈnɛɡlɪdʒəbəl ˈsɛkʃən/]
noun phrasepl: negligible sections
seção negligenciável
1. A part or portion of something that is so small, unimportant, or insignificant that it can be safely ignored or disregarded without affecting the overall result or understanding
The error in the calculation was a negligible section of the total variance, so we proceeded with the analysis.
O erro no cálculo era uma seção negligenciável da variância total, então prosseguimos com a análise.
2. In technical or academic contexts, a segment or division that contributes minimally to the whole and can be omitted in practical applications
The report identified that the expenses from the regional office were a negligible section of the budget.
O relatório identificou que as despesas do escritório regional eram uma seção negligenciável do orçamento.
The term 'negligible section' is predominantly used in formal, academic, and technical contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazilian business and scientific environments, it's commonly employed when discussing statistical analysis, budget reviews, and quality control assessments. The concept reflects the practical approach of focusing on significant variables while dismissing minor deviations.
NYC Slang
drop in the bucket (colloquial equivalent expressing the same concept of insignificance)
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