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specific matter

[spəˈsɪfɪk ˈmætər]
nounpl: specific matters
matéria específica
1. A particular or concrete subject, issue, or topic that is precisely defined and distinct from others
The lawyer focused on the specific matter of contract violations.
O advogado se concentrou na matéria específica das violações de contrato.
2. In legal contexts, a particular case or issue under consideration
We need to address this specific matter before proceeding further.
Precisamos abordar esta matéria específica antes de prosseguir.
3. A distinct point or detail relevant to a discussion or investigation
Let's not deviate from the specific matter at hand.
Não nos desviemos da matéria específica em questão.
Synonyms
particular matterspecific issueconcrete topicdefinite subject
Antonyms
general mattervague topicabstract issue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
matéria específica
Standard usage in legal and formal contexts
São Paulo
assunto específico
Alternative common usage
Portugal
matéria específica
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

get down to brass tacks
address the elephant in the room
cut to the chase
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