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sitting government
[/ˈsɪtɪŋ ˈɡʌvərnmənt/]
noun
pl: sitting governments
governo em exercício
1.
The government currently in power or holding office; the incumbent administration
The sitting government announced new economic policies.
O governo em exercício anunciou novas políticas econômicas.
2.
A government that is actively governing during a particular legislative session or term
The sitting government must address the crisis before elections.
O governo em exercício deve enfrentar a crise antes das eleições.
Synonyms
incumbent government
current government
administration in power
ruling government
Antonyms
opposition
former government
previous administration
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
governo em exercício
Most common and formal usage
São Paulo
governo atual
Alternative informal usage meaning current government
Portugal
governo em funções
Portuguese preference for this variant
General Brazilian
governo vigente
More formal, legal context
Related Idioms & Phrases
the powers that be
in office
at the helm
in the driver's seat
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