significant overhaul
[sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt ˈoʊvərˌhɔːl]
noun phrasepl: significant overhauls
reforma significativa; revisão completa; grande reestruturação
1. A major, comprehensive renovation or reconstruction of something, often involving substantial changes to structure, systems, or processes
The company underwent a significant overhaul of its management structure.
A empresa passou por uma reforma significativa de sua estrutura de gestão.
2. A thorough inspection and repair of machinery, equipment, or systems to restore functionality
The aircraft engine requires a significant overhaul before it can fly again.
O motor da aeronave requer uma revisão completa antes de poder voar novamente.
3. A substantial change or restructuring of policies, procedures, or organizational practices
The new administration implemented a significant overhaul of healthcare policies.
A nova administração implementou uma reestruturação significativa das políticas de saúde.
This phrase is widely used in both American and Brazilian business environments to describe major organizational changes, system upgrades, or policy reforms. In Brazil, it reflects modernization efforts common in corporate restructuring. In the USA, it often appears in political discourse regarding government reform and in technology sectors discussing system updates.
NYC Slang
major facelift; complete makeover; total revamp
Related Idioms & Phrases
needs a significant overhaul
undergo a significant overhaul
implement a significant overhaul
require a significant overhaul
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