scale up support
[/skeɪl ʌp səˈpɔːrt/]
verb phrase / noun phrase
aumentar o apoio em escala / ampliar o suporte
1. To expand or increase the level of assistance, resources, or services provided to meet growing demand or larger scope
The government decided to scale up support for small businesses affected by the pandemic.
O governo decidiu ampliar o apoio às pequenas empresas afetadas pela pandemia.
2. To enhance or strengthen assistance while maintaining quality and efficiency across a broader area or larger population
We need to scale up support for mental health services in rural communities.
Precisamos aumentar em escala o apoio aos serviços de saúde mental nas comunidades rurais.
3. To expand a successful support program or initiative to reach more beneficiaries
The organization plans to scale up support for underprivileged students across the country.
A organização planeja ampliar o suporte para estudantes desfavorecidos em todo o país.
This phrase is commonly used in corporate, governmental, and nonprofit contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects modern business language emphasizing growth, efficiency, and strategic expansion. In Brazil, it's frequently used in discussions about social programs and economic development, while in the USA, it's prevalent in tech startup culture and policy discussions about public services.
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