reduce consequences

[/rɪˈdjuːs ˈkɑːnsɪkwənsɪz/]
verb phrase
reduzir consequências
1. to decrease the negative outcomes or effects that result from an action or decision
The company implemented new safety protocols to reduce consequences of workplace accidents.
A empresa implementou novos protocolos de segurança para reduzir as consequências de acidentes de trabalho.
2. to lessen the severity or impact of repercussions from a mistake or problem
We need to act quickly to reduce consequences of the data breach.
Precisamos agir rapidamente para reduzir as consequências da violação de dados.
3. to mitigate or minimize the adverse results of a situation
Early intervention can help reduce consequences of the disease.
A intervenção precoce pode ajudar a reduzir as consequências da doença.
This phrase is commonly used in professional, legal, and healthcare contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian corporate culture, it's often part of crisis management terminology. In American usage, it frequently appears in legal and insurance discussions regarding liability reduction.
NYC Slang
keep the damage down / minimize the fallout
Synonyms / Sinônimos
minimize impactmitigate effectslessen repercussionsattenuate outcomesdiminish damage
Antonyms / Antônimos
amplify consequencesexacerbate effectsworsen outcomesescalate damage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reduzir consequências
standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
diminuir as consequências
common informal variant
São Paulo
reduzir impactos
common business/corporate usage
Portugal
reduzir consequências
identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

mitigationconsequence managementdamage controlrisk reductionharm minimization

Related Idioms & Phrases

damage control
limit the fallout
nip it in the bud
put a lid on it
contain the situation
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