temporary effect
[ˈtɛmpəreri ɪˈfɛkt]
nounpl: temporary effects
efeito temporário
1. A result or consequence that lasts for a limited period of time and is not permanent
The medication had only a temporary effect on the patient's symptoms.
O medicamento teve apenas um efeito temporário nos sintomas do paciente.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, a ruling or decision with limited duration
The court issued a temporary effect order to prevent further damages.
O tribunal emitiu uma ordem de efeito temporário para evitar danos maiores.
3. In visual or creative contexts, a visual element or impression that is fleeting
The special effects in the film created a temporary effect of suspense.
Os efeitos especiais do filme criaram um efeito temporário de suspense.
The term 'temporary effect' is commonly used in Brazilian legal, medical, and administrative contexts. In Portugal, 'transitório' is preferred in formal language. In the USA, the phrase is neutral and technical, frequently appearing in legal documents, medical reports, and scientific literature.
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