reverses course
[rɪˈvɜːrsɪz kɔːrs]
verb phrase
muda de rumo; reverte a decisão; volta atrás
1. to change direction or direction of travel in the opposite way
The ship reversed course when it spotted the storm ahead.
O navio mudou de rumo quando avistou a tempestade à frente.
2. to change one's decision, policy, or stance on a matter
The government reversed course on the new tax policy after public outcry.
O governo voltou atrás na política de impostos após protestos públicos.
3. to undo or reverse a previous action or commitment
The company reversed course and decided not to close the factory.
A empresa reverteu a decisão e decidiu não fechar a fábrica.
This phrase is commonly used in both American and Brazilian English to describe political, corporate, or personal policy changes. In Brazil, it's frequently heard in news contexts regarding government decisions. In the US, it's often used in political discourse and business reporting. The phrase implies a significant shift in position, often with connotations of weakness or pragmatism depending on context.
NYC Slang
does a 180; pulls a 180; backtracks
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