precision operation

[prɪˈsɪʒən ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən]
nounpl: precision operations
operação de precisão
1. A carefully planned and executed military or tactical action designed to achieve a specific objective with minimal collateral damage or error
The special forces conducted a precision operation to rescue the hostages.
As forças especiais realizaram uma operação de precisão para resgatar os reféns.
2. Any surgical, technical, or specialized procedure requiring exact accuracy and careful execution
The surgeon performed a precision operation on the patient's spine.
O cirurgião realizou uma operação de precisão na coluna vertebral do paciente.
3. A business or administrative action executed with meticulous planning and attention to detail
The company launched a precision operation to restructure its departments.
A empresa lançou uma operação de precisão para reestruturar seus departamentos.
In Brazil, 'operação de precisão' is commonly used in military, police, and medical discourse. In the United States, the term gained prominence during military operations and is frequently used in news media to describe targeted military strikes. The phrase emphasizes skill, planning, and minimal error, reflecting cultural values around efficiency and expertise in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
targeted operationsurgical strikeexact proceduremeticulous actioncontrolled execution
Antonyms / Antônimos
careless operationhaphazard actionrough procedureunplanned operationreckless action

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
operação de precisão
Standard term used in military and medical contexts
São Paulo
operação de precisão
Common in corporate and business environments
Rio de Janeiro
operação de precisão
Frequently used in military and security discussions
Portugal
operação de precisão
Similar usage; sometimes 'operação cirúrgica' for medical contexts

Related Words

precisionoperationaccuracytacticalstrategicexecutionobjective

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the mark
surgical precision
exact execution
like clockwork
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