sudden postponement
[/ˈsʌd.ən pəˈspoʊn.mənt/]
nounpl: sudden postponements
adiamento repentino
1. An unexpected or abrupt delay or rescheduling of a planned event, meeting, or activity
The sudden postponement of the concert disappointed thousands of fans who had already purchased tickets.
O adiamento repentino do concerto decepcionou milhares de fãs que já tinha comprado ingressos.
2. An unanticipated deferral that occurs without prior warning or notice
The sudden postponement of the trial caught everyone off guard.
O adiamento repentino do julgamento pegou todos de surpresa.
In Brazilian culture, sudden postponements are often communicated through social media and news outlets. In the USA, particularly in NYC, such announcements typically come through official channels and may warrant legal/contractual considerations. The term reflects modern event management challenges where unforeseen circumstances require rapid decision-making.
NYC Slang
last-minute push-back / sudden bump
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