one-at-a-time method

[/wʌn ət ə ˈtaɪm ˈmeθəd/]
nounpl: one-at-a-time methods
método um de cada vez
1. A systematic approach or procedure where tasks, items, or processes are handled individually and sequentially rather than simultaneously or in groups
The teacher used a one-at-a-time method to ensure each student received individual attention during the lesson.
A professora usou o método um de cada vez para garantir que cada aluno recebesse atenção individual durante a aula.
2. A problem-solving or learning technique in which variables or elements are modified or tested individually to isolate their specific effects
The engineer applied the one-at-a-time method to identify which component was causing the system failure.
O engenheiro aplicou o método um de cada vez para identificar qual componente estava causando a falha do sistema.
3. A gradual or sequential implementation strategy where changes or additions are introduced individually rather than all at once
The company adopted a one-at-a-time method for introducing new policies to minimize employee confusion.
A empresa adotou o método um de cada vez para introduzir novas políticas e minimizar a confusão dos funcionários.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian educational settings, quality control processes, and software development. In the USA, it reflects a preference for systematic, controlled approaches in business and scientific contexts. In Portugal, it aligns with methodical, organized work practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sequential methodindividual methodstep-by-step approachincremental approachserial method
Antonyms / Antônimos
simultaneous methodbatch methodparallel approachbulk processingmass approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método um de cada vez
Standard translation used in educational and technical contexts
São Paulo
método sequencial um a um
More formal variant used in business and engineering contexts
Rio de Janeiro
método passo a passo
More colloquial variant emphasizing step-by-step progression
Portugal
método um de cada vez
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese, common in technical documentation

Related Words

sequentialiterativeincrementalsystematicgradualtrial-and-error

Related Idioms & Phrases

one step at a time
taking it one at a time
doing things one after another
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