rapid switch
[ˈræpɪd swɪtʃ]
nounpl: rapid switches
mudança rápida
1. a quick change from one thing, state, or condition to another
The rapid switch from summer to winter caused many people to get sick.
A mudança rápida do verão para o inverno fez muitas pessoas ficarem doentes.
2. in technology/electronics, a device or mechanism that changes connections or states quickly
The rapid switch in network protocols improved data transmission speed.
A mudança rápida nos protocolos de rede melhorou a velocidade de transmissão de dados.
3. an abrupt alteration in topic, focus, or direction
His rapid switch from politics to sports confused the audience.
Sua mudança rápida de política para esportes confundiu o público.
The term 'rapid switch' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian contexts, especially in technology, telecommunications, and everyday conversation. In Brazil, 'mudança rápida' is the standard translation, while 'comutação rápida' is preferred in technical documentation. The concept reflects modern life's fast pace, particularly relevant in discussions about technology adoption and lifestyle changes in urban centers.
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