preliminary action
[/ˌprɛlɪˈmɪneri ˈækʃən/]
nounpl: preliminary actions
ação preliminar
1. An initial or preparatory measure taken before a main action or process begins
The preliminary action involved gathering all necessary documents before filing the lawsuit.
A ação preliminar envolveu a coleta de todos os documentos necessários antes de apresentar a ação judicial.
2. In legal contexts, a court action taken to establish jurisdiction or prepare for main proceedings
The preliminary action was filed to determine if the court had jurisdiction over the case.
A ação preliminar foi apresentada para determinar se o tribunal tinha jurisdição sobre o caso.
3. A tentative or exploratory step taken as part of preparation for a larger initiative
The preliminary action in the investigation helped identify key witnesses.
A ação preliminar na investigação ajudou a identificar testemunhas-chave.
The term is primarily used in legal, academic, and formal business contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian law, 'ação preliminar' is a technical term often associated with judicial procedures and administrative processes. In American English, it is commonly used in litigation, investigations, and project management contexts.
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