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stress trigger

[/strɛs ˈtrɪɡər/]
nounpl: stress triggers
gatilho de estresse
1. A situation, event, or factor that causes or provokes stress in a person
Public speaking is a common stress trigger for many people.
Falar em público é um gatilho de estresse comum para muitas pessoas.
2. Something that initiates or activates a stress response in the body or mind
Identifying your stress triggers is the first step to managing anxiety.
Identificar seus gatilhos de estresse é o primeiro passo para gerenciar a ansiedade.
Synonyms
stressorsource of stressanxiety triggerpressure point
Antonyms
stress relievercalming factorrelaxant

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gatilho de estresse
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
gatilho de estresse / fator estressante
Both terms widely used in business contexts
Portugal
fator desencadeador de stress / gatilho de stress
Portuguese spelling uses 'stress' or 'stresse'

Related Idioms & Phrases

push someone's buttons
hit a nerve
strike a chord
pull the trigger
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