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shaky connection

[ˈʃeɪki kəˈnɛkʃən]
nounpl: shaky connections
conexão instável
1. An unreliable or unstable link, typically referring to internet or telecommunication connections that frequently disconnect or have poor signal quality
I couldn't complete the video call because I had a shaky connection.
Não consegui terminar a videochamada porque tinha uma conexão instável.
2. A weak or uncertain relationship or partnership between people or entities
Their business partnership has always had a shaky connection due to disagreements.
A parceria comercial deles sempre teve uma conexão frágil devido a desacordos.
NYC Slang
janky connection
Synonyms
unstable connectionpoor connectionunreliable connectionweak connectionintermittent connection
Antonyms
stable connectionstrong connectionreliable connectionsteady connection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conexão instável
most common usage in Brazil
Brazil
sinal fraco
alternative for weak signal specifically
Portugal
ligação instável
preferred term in European Portuguese
Portugal
conexão deficiente
alternative formal usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the fritz
dropping in and out
cutting out
não pega bem
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