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outstanding work

[/aʊtˈstændɪŋ wɜːrk/]
noun phrasepl: outstanding works
trabalho excepcional
1. Work of exceptional quality that surpasses expectations and demonstrates excellence
Her outstanding work on the project earned her a promotion.
Seu trabalho excepcional no projeto lhe rendeu uma promoção.
2. Professional or creative output that is remarkably good and notable
The artist's outstanding work was displayed in the gallery.
O trabalho notável do artista foi exibido na galeria.
NYC Slang
fire work, dope work, straight fire
Synonyms
excellent workexceptional workremarkable worksuperb workfirst-rate workdistinguished work
Antonyms
poor workmediocre worksubstandard workinferior workaverage work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho excepcional
Most common usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
trabalho de excelência
Professional/business context preferred
Rio de Janeiro
trabalho sensacional
More colloquial, emphasizing impact
Portugal
trabalho notável
More formal; commonly used in academic and professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

go the extra mile
above and beyond
knock it out of the park
set the bar high
a cut above the rest
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