reducing hostility
[rɪˈdjuːsɪŋ hɒˈstɪlɪti]
verb phrase
redução da hostilidade
1. the act of decreasing or minimizing hostile behavior, aggression, or antagonism between parties
The peace talks focused on reducing hostility between the two nations.
As negociações de paz focaram na redução da hostilidade entre as duas nações.
2. efforts to lower tension and improve relations in a conflict situation
Reducing hostility requires compromise and good faith negotiations.
Reduzir a hostilidade exige compromisso e negociações de boa fé.
3. the process of de-escalating aggressive attitudes or actions
Reducing hostility in the workplace improved employee morale.
Reduzir a hostilidade no ambiente de trabalho melhorou o moral dos funcionários.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'reducing hostility' is a term widely used in diplomatic, organizational, and social settings. In Brazil, it's particularly relevant in discussions of social reconciliation and workplace harmony (harmonia no trabalho). In the USA, the phrase is common in diplomatic discourse, business management, and conflict resolution training. The concept reflects universal values of peace-building and constructive dialogue.
NYC Slang
cooling things down, chilling out the beef
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