tackling directly
[ˈtækəlɪŋ dəˈrɛktli]
verb phrase
enfrentar diretamente
1. to address or confront a problem, issue, or person in a straightforward and immediate manner without avoidance or delay
The manager decided to tackle the issue directly by speaking with the employee.
O gerente decidiu enfrentar o problema diretamente conversando com o funcionário.
2. to approach a task or challenge head-on with a clear and direct strategy
Instead of making excuses, she tackled the project directly and finished it on time.
Em vez de fazer desculpas, ela enfrentou o projeto diretamente e o terminou no prazo.
3. in sports, to physically confront an opposing player with the ball or puck
The defender tackled the running back directly at the line of scrimmage.
O zagueiro enfrentou o running back diretamente na linha de scrimmage.
In American business and sports culture, 'tackling directly' is highly valued as a sign of courage and efficiency. In Brazilian culture, 'enfrentar diretamente' emphasizes personal integrity and respect, though indirect approaches are sometimes preferred to maintain harmony in relationships. Portuguese speakers may use 'abordar' for more formal or academic contexts.
NYC Slang
getting straight to it; no cap
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