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overall method

[/ˌoʊvərˈɔːl ˈmeθəd/]
noun phrasepl: overall methods
método geral
1. A comprehensive or general approach to accomplishing a task or solving a problem
The overall method used in this research project was qualitative analysis.
O método geral utilizado neste projeto de pesquisa foi a análise qualitativa.
2. The primary or main strategy employed across an entire process or system
The company's overall method for reducing costs involves streamlining operations.
O método geral da empresa para reduzir custos envolve simplificar as operações.
Synonyms
general approachcomprehensive strategyprimary strategymain techniqueoverarching approach
Antonyms
specific methodparticular approachdetailed procedure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método geral
Most common usage in Brazil
Portugal
método global
Alternative usage in Portugal
Portugal
abordagem geral
Also used to mean general approach

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to the overall method
follow the overall method
establish an overall method
deviate from the overall method
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