obligatory actions
[ə-ˈbli-gə-ˌtȯr-ē ˈak-ʃənz]
noun phrasepl: obligatory actions
ações obrigatórias
1. Actions or behaviors that are required by law, regulation, contract, or moral/social duty; tasks that must be performed without choice
The obligatory actions outlined in the employment contract include attending monthly meetings and submitting timely reports.
As ações obrigatórias descritas no contrato de trabalho incluem participar de reuniões mensais e enviar relatórios no prazo.
2. Mandatory procedures or protocols that must be followed in specific contexts
Obligatory actions for voter registration include providing valid identification.
As ações obrigatórias para registro eleitoral incluem apresentar identificação válida.
3. In legal or formal contexts, required steps or procedures that are binding and enforceable
The obligatory actions imposed by the court must be completed within 30 days.
As ações obrigatórias impostas pelo tribunal devem ser concluídas em 30 dias.
In Brazilian business and legal culture, obligatory actions are taken very seriously and compliance is often documented formally. In the US and Portugal, the term is used similarly across legal, employment, and administrative domains. Non-compliance can result in penalties, fines, or legal consequences depending on the jurisdiction.
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