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senseless choice

[ˈsɛnsləs tʃɔɪs]
noun phrasepl: senseless choices
escolha sem sentido
1. A decision or selection that lacks logical reasoning, purpose, or rational justification
Quitting his job without another offer lined up was a senseless choice.
Sair do seu emprego sem ter outra oferta garantida foi uma escolha sem sentido.
2. An action or decision that is illogical, foolish, or meaningless
Making such an expensive purchase when facing financial difficulties seemed like a senseless choice.
Fazer uma compra tão cara enfrentando dificuldades financeiras parecia uma escolha despropositada.
NYC Slang
a dumb move; a bonehead choice
Synonyms
foolish choiceirrational decisionabsurd selectionpointless decisionillogical choice
Antonyms
wise choicesensible decisionrational choicejudicious selectionlogical decision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escolha sem sentido
Most common form in Brazilian Portuguese
General Brazilian
escolha insensata
Alternative form emphasizing foolishness
Portugal
escolha sem propósito
Commonly used in European Portuguese
Portugal
escolha insensata
Also used in Portugal for foolish choice

Related Idioms & Phrases

make no sense
a shot in the dark
barking up the wrong tree
a wild goose chase
foolish errand
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