sudden order
[ˈsʌdən ˈɔːrdər]
nounpl: sudden orders
ordem repentina
1. An unexpected or unforeseen command or instruction issued without advance notice or warning
The manager gave a sudden order to close the office early due to the storm.
O gerente deu uma ordem repentina para fechar o escritório mais cedo devido à tempestade.
2. A request for goods or services that arrives without prior arrangement or scheduling
We received a sudden order from a new client that required immediate fulfillment.
Recebemos uma ordem repentina de um novo cliente que exigiu cumprimento imediato.
3. An abrupt directive issued in an urgent or emergency situation
The captain issued a sudden order to evacuate the building.
O capitão emitiu uma ordem repentina para evacuar o edifício.
In Brazilian business culture, sudden orders are common in fast-paced environments like retail, food service, and logistics. The phrase reflects the dynamic nature of commerce where flexibility and rapid response are valued. In corporate settings, sudden orders often indicate either crisis management or highly competitive market conditions.
NYC Slang
rush order, last-minute order
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