random investigation

[/ˈrændəm ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeɪʃən/]
nounpl: random investigations
investigação aleatória
1. An inquiry or examination conducted without a predetermined pattern, selection, or bias, often used in quality control, security, or research contexts
The airport conducted a random investigation of passengers at the security checkpoint.
O aeroporto realizou uma investigação aleatória de passageiros no ponto de segurança.
2. A systematic examination into a matter of concern that is selected by chance rather than by specific criteria or suspicion
Police performed random investigations of vehicles during the traffic stop.
A polícia realizou investigações aleatórias de veículos durante a abordagem de trânsito.
In Brazil, random investigations are commonly used by ANVISA (health authority), Receita Federal (tax authority), and security personnel. This reflects a legal framework emphasizing fairness and reduced corruption. In the USA, random investigations are prevalent in airport security and workplace compliance, representing institutional standardization and liability protection.
NYC Slang
spot check
Synonyms / Sinônimos
random inspectionchance inquiryunbiased examinationblind investigation
Antonyms / Antônimos
targeted investigationdirected inquiryselective examination

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
investigação aleatória
Standard usage in formal and technical contexts
São Paulo
investigação ao acaso
Alternative phrase sometimes used in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
revista aleatória
Commonly used in security contexts instead of 'investigação'
Portugal
investigação aleatória
Same standard terminology with slightly different procedural emphasis

Related Words

investigationrandom samplingauditinspectionquality control

Related Idioms & Phrases

blind check
luck of the draw investigation
pot luck inspection
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