quiet adjustments
[ˈkwaɪ.ət əˈdʒʌst.mənts]
noun phrase
ajustes discretos
1. Small, subtle changes made without drawing attention or creating disruption
The company made quiet adjustments to its policy to avoid public backlash.
A empresa fez ajustes discretos em sua política para evitar reação pública negativa.
2. Minor modifications implemented in an unobtrusive manner, often to avoid controversy or fanfare
The government announced quiet adjustments to the budget during the holiday recess.
O governo anunciou ajustes discretos ao orçamento durante o recesso de férias.
3. Gradual refinements or corrections made without formal announcement or public discussion
Engineers made quiet adjustments to the system to improve performance.
Os engenheiros fizeram ajustes discretos no sistema para melhorar o desempenho.
This phrase is commonly used in American business and government contexts to describe policy changes or corporate decisions made without drawing public attention. In Brazil, 'ajustes discretos' is frequently employed in political and corporate environments to reference unannounced modifications, particularly when authorities wish to minimize public scrutiny or controversy.
NYC Slang
low-key tweaks, under-the-radar moves
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