slash promptly

[/slæʃ ˈprɒmptli/]
verb phrase
cortar prontamente; reduzir imediatamente
1. to reduce or cut something quickly and decisively without delay
The company decided to slash prices promptly to compete in the market.
A empresa decidiu cortar os preços prontamente para competir no mercado.
2. to make swift cuts or reductions in budget, expenses, or workforce
The government will slash spending promptly to address the deficit.
O governo vai reduzir os gastos prontamente para enfrentar o déficit.
3. to cut something physically with a sharp instrument in a quick manner
He had to slash the vines promptly to clear the path.
Ele teve que cortar as videiras prontamente para limpar o caminho.
This phrase is commonly used in business and economic contexts in both the USA and Brazil, particularly in corporate communications, news reports about cost-cutting measures, and financial discussions. The urgency implied by 'promptly' reflects the fast-paced nature of modern business decision-making.
NYC Slang
chop it up quick; cut it ASAP
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cut quicklyreduce immediatelytrim swiftlypare down rapidly
Antonyms / Antônimos
maintain graduallyincrease slowlypreserve indefinitely

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cortar prontamente; reduzir imediatamente
Standard usage in business and financial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
cortar na hora; diminuir rapidinho
More colloquial variant
São Paulo
cortar de uma vez; reduzir logo
Business-oriented usage common in corporate environment
Portugal
cortar prontamente; reduzir de imediato
Similar to Brazilian but with slightly more formal register

Related Words

slashpromptlyreducecutdecreasetrimpare

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a clean cut
nip it in the bud
cut to the chase
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