snap reaction
[/snæp riˈækʃən/]
nounpl: snap reactions
reação imediata
1. An immediate, instinctive response to something without conscious thought or deliberation
His snap reaction to the criticism was to defend himself loudly.
Sua reação imediata à crítica foi se defender com veemência.
2. A quick, automatic emotional or physical response triggered by a sudden stimulus
The driver's snap reaction saved him from the accident.
A reação imediata do motorista o salvou do acidente.
3. An unfiltered, spontaneous answer or comment made without thinking
In a snap reaction, she blurted out the secret before she could stop herself.
Numa reação imediata, ela soltou o segredo antes de conseguir se conter.
The concept of 'snap reaction' reflects the understanding in both American and Brazilian cultures that first impulses are often revealing of true character or feelings. In Brazil, this is often discussed in informal social contexts when evaluating someone's authenticity or emotional state. In the USA, snap reactions are frequently referenced in business, psychology, and self-improvement discussions as indicators of instinctive judgment or unconscious bias.
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