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rapid selection

[ˈræpɪd sɪˈlɛkʃən]
nounpl: rapid selections
seleção rápida
1. The process of quickly choosing or identifying items, candidates, or options from a larger set based on specific criteria
The rapid selection of candidates streamlined the hiring process significantly.
A seleção rápida de candidatos otimizou significativamente o processo de recrutamento.
2. In evolutionary biology, natural selection occurring at an accelerated pace
Rapid selection in bacteria has led to antibiotic resistance.
A seleção rápida em bactérias levou à resistência a antibióticos.
3. In user interface design, a feature allowing quick choice among options
The app includes rapid selection menus for faster navigation.
O aplicativo inclui menus de seleção rápida para navegação mais rápida.
Synonyms
quick selectionfast selectionspeed selectionexpedited selection
Antonyms
slow selectiondeliberate selectioncareful selection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seleção rápida
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
seleção rápida
Standard usage in business and technology contexts
Portugal
seleção rápida
Same usage as Brazil; common in tech and administrative contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

quick pick
fast-track selection
speed dating (metaphorically)
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