suggest care
[səˈdʒɛst kɛr]
verb phrase
sugerir cuidado; indicar necessidade de cuidado
1. to imply or indicate that caution, attention, or careful consideration is needed or advisable
The warning signs suggest care when handling this equipment.
Os sinais de aviso sugerem cuidado ao manusear este equipamento.
2. to recommend or propose that someone should be careful or attentive in a particular situation
The doctor's observations suggest care in the patient's recovery process.
As observações do médico sugerem cuidado no processo de recuperação do paciente.
3. to hint or give the impression that precaution is warranted
Recent data suggests care before making major investment decisions.
Dados recentes sugerem cuidado antes de tomar decisões de investimento importantes.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in formal contexts such as medical advice, legal warnings, and safety instructions. In Brazil, it reflects the cultural value of 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility and caution in navigating situations), while in the USA it's often associated with risk management and liability awareness.
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