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swift correction
[/swɪft kəˈrɛkʃən/]
noun phrase
pl: swift corrections
correção rápida
1.
A quick and immediate fix or adjustment made to rectify an error or mistake
The teacher made a swift correction to the student's grammar mistake.
A professora fez uma correção rápida do erro de gramática do aluno.
2.
A prompt disciplinary action or reprimand
The manager issued a swift correction to the employee for the procedural violation.
O gerente emitiu uma correção rápida ao funcionário pela violação do procedimento.
NYC Slang
quick fix / snap correction
Synonyms
quick fix
rapid adjustment
immediate remedy
prompt correction
instant fix
Antonyms
delayed correction
slow remedy
gradual adjustment
postponed fix
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
correção rápida
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
correção rápida / ajuste imediato
Both terms commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
correção rápida / correção expedita
Both terms acceptable; 'expedita' more formal
Related Idioms & Phrases
nip it in the bud
set things straight
put someone straight
course correction
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