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sluggish support

[SLUG-ish suh-PORT]
noun phrase
apoio lento/fraco
1. Support that is slow to respond, weak in intensity, or lacking enthusiasm and vigor
The government's sluggish support for the project delayed its implementation by months.
O apoio lento do governo ao projeto atrasou sua implementação em meses.
2. Lukewarm or half-hearted assistance or backing
Despite sluggish support from investors, the startup managed to survive.
Apesar do apoio fraco dos investidores, a startup conseguiu sobreviver.
Synonyms
weak supporthalf-hearted supportlukewarm supportlackluster supporttardy support
Antonyms
robust supportstrong supportvigorous supportenthusiastic supportprompt support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio fraco/lento
Common usage in business and political contexts
São Paulo
apoio morno
Often used in corporate environments
Portugal
apoio débil/letárgico
More formal and literary usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

half-hearted support
fair-weather support
lip service
not pulling one's weight
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