reinforced force
[/ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrst fɔːrs/]
nounpl: reinforced forces
força reforçada
1. A military unit or group that has been strengthened by the addition of extra troops, equipment, or resources
The reinforced force was sent to secure the strategic position.
A força reforçada foi enviada para assegurar a posição estratégica.
2. Any group or organization whose capacity, capability, or strength has been increased through additional support or resources
The reinforced force of security personnel managed to control the crowd effectively.
A força reforçada de pessoal de segurança conseguiu controlar a multidão efetivamente.
3. In engineering and construction, a structural element that has been strengthened with additional materials such as steel or concrete
The reinforced force of the beam allows it to support greater loads.
A capacidade reforçada da viga permite que ela suporte cargas maiores.
This term is primarily used in military, law enforcement, and engineering contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, it is commonly used by the armed forces (Forças Armadas) and public security agencies (Polícia Militar) when describing tactical operations and resource allocation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
bring in reinforced forces
deploy a reinforced force
strengthen with reinforced forces
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