secretive conduct
[sɪˈkrɛtɪv ˈkɒndʌkt]
noun phrasepl: secretive conducts
conduta secretiva
1. behavior or actions characterized by concealment, hidden motives, or deliberate withholding of information
The company's secretive conduct regarding the merger raised suspicions among shareholders.
A conduta secretiva da empresa a respeito da fusão levantou suspeitas entre os acionistas.
2. deliberate concealment of activities, information, or intentions from others
His secretive conduct made it difficult for investigators to trust his statements.
Sua conduta secretiva dificultou que os investigadores confiassem em suas declarações.
3. actions performed in a stealthy or clandestine manner to avoid detection or scrutiny
The secretive conduct of the negotiations was criticized by transparency advocates.
A conduta secretiva das negociações foi criticada por defensores da transparência.
In Brazilian corporate culture, secretive conduct is often viewed with suspicion and can damage institutional trust. Portuguese law emphasizes transparency in governance, making secretive conduct particularly scrutinized. In the USA, especially in legal and business contexts, secretive conduct may trigger regulatory investigations and is often associated with fraud or misconduct.
NYC Slang
shady moves / playing it close to the vest
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