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reckless aid

[ˈrekləs eɪd]
noun phrasepl: reckless aid (uncountable)
ajuda imprudente
1. assistance or support given without proper consideration of consequences, risks, or safety
The reckless aid provided to the unstable regime only worsened the conflict.
A ajuda imprudente fornecida ao regime instável apenas piorou o conflito.
2. financial, military, or humanitarian support given hastily without adequate planning or foresight
Critics argued that reckless aid without conditions would fuel corruption.
Críticos argumentaram que a ajuda imprudente sem condições alimentaria a corrupção.
Synonyms
careless assistancethoughtless supporthasty aidunguarded assistance
Antonyms
cautious aidprudent assistancemeasured supportwell-planned aid

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ajuda imprudente
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ajuda descuidada
alternative emphasizing lack of care
Portugal
auxílio imprudente
more formal alternative using 'auxílio'

Related Idioms & Phrases

help with reckless abandon
aid without rhyme or reason
throwing aid at a problem
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