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random approach

[ˈrændəm əˈproʊtʃ]
nounpl: random approaches
abordagem aleatória
1. A method or strategy that relies on chance or lack of systematic planning rather than deliberate selection or organization
The team took a random approach to solving the problem instead of following a structured methodology.
A equipe adotou uma abordagem aleatória para resolver o problema em vez de seguir uma metodologia estruturada.
2. In statistics and research, a sampling or selection method where each item has an equal probability of being chosen
The researchers used a random approach to select participants for the study.
Os pesquisadores utilizaram uma abordagem aleatória para selecionar os participantes do estudo.
Synonyms
haphazard methodunsystematic approachchance-based methodhit-or-miss strategy
Antonyms
systematic approachstructured methoddeliberate approachplanned strategy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abordagem aleatória
Standard usage in business and academic contexts
São Paulo
abordagem aleatória / método aleatório
Common in technical and business environments
Portugal
abordagem aleatória / método ao acaso
Both terms used; 'ao acaso' is more colloquial

Related Idioms & Phrases

throw darts at a board
shot in the dark
fly by the seat of your pants
hit or miss
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