questionable procedures
[ˈkwɛʃ.tʃən.ə.bəl prəˈsi.dʒərz]
noun phrase
procedimentos questionáveis
1. Methods, processes, or actions whose legality, ethics, or appropriateness is open to doubt or debate
The company was criticized for using questionable procedures in their hiring practices.
A empresa foi criticada por usar procedimentos questionáveis em suas práticas de contratação.
2. Practices that may not comply with established rules, standards, or moral principles
The auditors discovered questionable procedures in the financial records.
Os auditores descobriram procedimentos questionáveis nos registros financeiros.
3. Techniques or methods whose effectiveness or validity is uncertain or disputed
The doctor warned against questionable procedures that lack scientific evidence.
O médico alertou contra procedimentos questionáveis que carecem de comprovação científica.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'questionable procedures' typically implies concern about legal compliance, ethical standards, or professional integrity. In Brazil, this phrase is frequently used in corporate audits, government investigations, and healthcare contexts. In the USA, it's common in legal, medical, and business discourse where regulatory compliance is critical.
NYC Slang
sketchy procedures / shady practices
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