restrained alterations
[rɪˈstreɪnd ɔːltəˈreɪʃənz]
noun phrasefemininepl: restrained alterations
alterações contidas
1. Modifications or changes that are controlled, limited, or kept within reasonable bounds; adjustments made with moderation and careful consideration
The architect proposed restrained alterations to the historic building to preserve its original character.
O arquiteto propôs alterações contidas ao edifício histórico para preservar seu caráter original.
2. In fashion or design, subtle changes or modifications made with restraint rather than dramatic transformation
The designer made only restrained alterations to the dress, adjusting the hem and seams slightly.
A estilista fez apenas alterações contidas no vestido, ajustando levemente a barra e as costuras.
3. In policy or management, limited adjustments implemented cautiously to avoid disruption
The government implemented restrained alterations to the tax code to minimize economic shock.
O governo implementou alterações contidas no código tributário para minimizar o choque econômico.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian professional contexts, particularly in architecture, design, and policy discussions. It reflects a cultural preference for gradual, thoughtful change rather than dramatic overhauls. In the US, the term is frequently used in preservation and design fields to balance modernization with historical integrity.
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