thin response
[/θɪn rɪˈspɒns/]
nounpl: thin responses
resposta fraca
1. A weak, inadequate, or unsatisfactory reply or reaction to something
The company's thin response to customer complaints disappointed many loyal customers.
A resposta fraca da empresa às reclamações dos clientes decepcionou muitos clientes leais.
2. A brief or superficial answer that lacks depth or substance
His thin response to the serious allegations raised more questions than answers.
Sua resposta fraca às alegações sérias levantou mais perguntas do que respostas.
3. An inadequate or unconvincing explanation or justification
The thin response to the budget crisis failed to address the core issues.
A resposta fraca à crise orçamentária não conseguiu abordar os problemas centrais.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'thin response' is used to criticize inadequate official statements, particularly in media, politics, and corporate communications. In Brazil, this expression is frequently used in business journalism and public discourse when criticizing government or corporate statements that lack substance or fail to address real issues.
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