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occasional support

[/əˈkeɪʒənəl səˈpɔːrt/]
noun
apoio ocasional
1. Help or assistance provided on an infrequent or irregular basis, rather than continuously or regularly
The organization provides occasional support to families in need during emergencies.
A organização oferece apoio ocasional às famílias necessitadas durante emergências.
2. Supplementary aid given from time to time without a fixed schedule or commitment
She receives occasional support from her relatives when her finances are tight.
Ela recebe apoio ocasional de seus parentes quando suas finanças estão apertadas.
Synonyms
intermittent supportsporadic aidirregular assistanceperiodic help
Antonyms
continuous supportregular assistancepermanent helpongoing aid

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio ocasional
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
apoio eventual
Alternative common usage in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
ajuda de vez em quando
More colloquial phrasing
Portugal
apoio ocasional
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

lend a hand occasionally
help out from time to time
give a hand when needed
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