outdated topic
[/ˌaʊtˈdeɪtɪd ˈtɒpɪk/]
noun phrasepl: outdated topics
tópico desatualizado
1. A subject of discussion or interest that is no longer current, relevant, or fashionable; information or a theme that has become obsolete or superseded by newer developments
The discussion about dial-up internet connections is now an outdated topic in most developed countries.
A discussão sobre conexões de internet discada é agora um tópico desatualizado na maioria dos países desenvolvidos.
2. A matter that has lost its importance or significance due to the passage of time or changes in circumstances
Climate change is no longer an outdated topic; it is one of the most pressing issues today.
A mudança climática não é mais um tópico desatualizado; é uma das questões mais urgentes atualmente.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'outdated topic' is used to dismiss subjects that are no longer relevant to current discourse. In academic and professional settings, both cultures value staying current, so labeling something as 'outdated' can be mildly dismissive. In Brazil, there's often a more relaxed approach to discussing historical or 'outdated' topics as cultural heritage, whereas in the USA, there's a stronger emphasis on 'what's trending now.'
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