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reckless methods

[ˈrekləs ˈmeθədz]
noun phrase
métodos imprudentes
1. Ways of doing something that show a lack of care about danger or consequences; careless and irresponsible approaches
The company was criticized for using reckless methods in their manufacturing process.
A empresa foi criticada por usar métodos imprudentes em seu processo de fabricação.
2. Actions or procedures taken without proper consideration of risks or potential harm
The police condemned the reckless methods employed by the vigilantes.
A polícia condenou os métodos imprudentes empregados pelos vigilantes.
NYC Slang
crazy/wild methods, reckless moves
Synonyms
careless methodsirresponsible methodsdangerous methodsrash methodshasty methodsunsafe methods
Antonyms
careful methodscautious methodsprudent methodssafe methodsresponsible methodsmethodical approaches

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
métodos imprudentes
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
métodos precipitados
Common alternative in São Paulo business context
Portugal
métodos temerários
Preferred in formal Portuguese contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

play with fire (usar métodos perigosos)
take unnecessary risks (correr riscos desnecessários)
act without thinking (agir sem pensar)
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