set-aside time
[/sɛt əˈsaɪd taɪm/]
nounpl: set-aside times
tempo reservado
1. A period of time that is deliberately reserved or allocated for a specific purpose or activity, kept free from other obligations or distractions
We need to establish set-aside time for team meetings every Monday morning.
Precisamos estabelecer tempo reservado para reuniões de equipe toda segunda-feira de manhã.
2. A scheduled block of time dedicated to a particular task, person, or activity to ensure it receives proper attention
Parents should have set-aside time to spend with their children without interruptions.
Os pais devem ter tempo reservado para passar com seus filhos sem interrupções.
3. In project management or productivity, a dedicated time slot protected from other commitments
I keep set-aside time on my calendar for focused work on important projects.
Mantenho tempo reservado no meu calendário para trabalho focado em projetos importantes.
This term is frequently used in American workplace culture and productivity discourse, reflecting the emphasis on time management and structured scheduling. In Brazilian contexts, it's increasingly adopted in corporate environments, particularly in multinational companies. The concept reflects a growing global culture of intentional time allocation and protection from constant interruptions, especially relevant in the digital age.
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