questionable standards
[/ˈkwɛs.tʃən.ə.bəl ˈstæn.dərdz/]
noun phrase
padrões questionáveis
1. criteria, norms, or levels of quality that are open to doubt, criticism, or challenge due to being unclear, inconsistent, or morally/ethically problematic
The company's questionable standards for product safety raised concerns among consumers.
Os padrões questionáveis da empresa para segurança de produtos levantaram preocupações entre os consumidores.
2. benchmarks or expectations that are dubious in their validity or appropriateness
He was hired based on questionable standards that seemed unfair to other candidates.
Ele foi contratado com base em padrões questionáveis que pareciam injustos para outros candidatos.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'questionable standards' is commonly used in discussions about corporate ethics, educational institutions, workplace hiring practices, and professional conduct. In Brazil, discussions about 'padrões questionáveis' often arise in contexts related to corruption, governmental accountability, and labor rights. In the USA, the phrase is frequently used in debates about diversity, equity, and quality assurance.
NYC Slang
sketchy standards / shady standards
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