real-world alternatives
[ˈriːəl wɜːrld ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪvz]
noun phrase
alternativas práticas do mundo real
1. Practical, tangible options or substitutes that can be implemented or used in actual, everyday situations rather than theoretical or hypothetical scenarios
Instead of waiting for perfect conditions, let's discuss real-world alternatives to solve this problem immediately.
Em vez de esperar por condições perfeitas, vamos discutir alternativas práticas do mundo real para resolver este problema imediatamente.
2. Viable substitutes or choices that exist and function in practical applications, as opposed to idealistic or experimental approaches
We need real-world alternatives to fossil fuels that consumers can actually afford.
Precisamos de alternativas práticas aos combustíveis fósseis que os consumidores realmente possam pagar.
This phrase is commonly used in both American business and Brazilian professional contexts to emphasize pragmatism and feasibility over theoretical perfection. In the USA, it reflects the cultural emphasis on 'getting things done,' while in Brazil, it's often used to balance idealism with practical necessity in corporate and academic discussions.
NYC Slang
real-deal options
Related Idioms & Phrases
putting theory into practice
getting down to brass tacks
thinking outside the box within constraints
feet on the ground approach
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