strong reserves

[strɔŋ rɪˈzɜrvz]
noun phrasepl: strong reserves
reservas robustas
1. substantial financial or material assets kept aside for future use or emergencies
The bank maintained strong reserves to weather any economic downturn.
O banco mantinha reservas robustas para enfrentar qualquer desaceleração econômica.
2. significant military or personnel forces held in readiness
The general kept strong reserves behind the front lines for tactical advantage.
O general mantinha reservas robustas atrás das linhas de frente para vantagem tática.
3. abundant backup supplies or resources available when needed
The hospital had strong reserves of blood and medical supplies.
O hospital tinha reservas robustas de sangue e suprimentos médicos.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and American financial contexts, particularly in banking, government fiscal policy, and corporate finance. In Brazil, central bank communication frequently references 'reservas robustas' when discussing currency stability and economic resilience.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
substantial reservesample reservesrobust reservessignificant reservesabundant reserves
Antonyms / Antônimos
weak reservesdepleted reservesinsufficient reservesmeager reserves

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reservas robustas
standard term used in finance and government contexts
Portugal
reservas sólidas
alternative term commonly used in Portuguese banking
General American
strong reserves
widely used in financial and military sectors

Related Words

financial reservesemergency fundsbackup resourcescontingency assetscapital reserves

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have deep pockets
to be well-heeled
to have a rainy day fund
to have financial cushion
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