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straightforward matters

[/ˌstreɪtˈfɔrwərd ˈmætərz/]
noun phrase
assuntos simples/diretos
1. Issues, topics, or situations that are easy to understand, uncomplicated, and direct without ambiguity or hidden complexity
The contract contained only straightforward matters with no legal jargon.
O contrato continha apenas assuntos simples, sem jargão legal.
2. Business or administrative issues that are routine and require minimal deliberation
The meeting focused on straightforward matters such as scheduling and budget approval.
A reunião focou em assuntos diretos, como agendamento e aprovação do orçamento.
NYC Slang
no-brainer stuff; easy peasy items
Synonyms
simple mattersuncomplicated issuesclear-cut topicsroutine mattersbasic concerns
Antonyms
complex matterscomplicated issuesintricate problemsambiguous situationsconvoluted topics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
assuntos simples/diretos
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
questões objetivas
Business context preference
Rio de Janeiro
coisas sem complicação
More informal phrasing
Portugal
questões diretas/simples
European Portuguese preference for 'questões'

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut and dried
plain and simple
no strings attached
black and white situation
crystal clear
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