protracted talk
[/prəˈtræktɪd tɔːk/]
nounpl: protracted talks
conversa prolongada
1. a lengthy conversation or discussion that extends over a long period of time
The protracted talks between the two countries lasted for several months.
As conversas prolongadas entre os dois países duraram vários meses.
2. negotiations or discussions that are drawn out and take considerable time to resolve
After protracted talks, the union and management finally reached an agreement.
Após conversas prolongadas, o sindicato e a administração finalmente chegaram a um acordo.
In Brazilian business culture, protracted talks are often seen as a normal part of relationship-building and consensus-seeking, particularly in labor negotiations and international diplomacy. In the USA, there's typically more emphasis on efficiency and reaching conclusions quickly, so protracted talks may carry a slightly negative connotation of inefficiency.
NYC Slang
long-winded convo
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