thin support
[θɪn səˈpɔːrt]
noun phrasepl: thin supports
apoio fraco; suporte insuficiente
1. Inadequate or weak assistance, backing, or endorsement from others
The proposal had only thin support from the board members, making its approval unlikely.
A proposta tinha apenas um apoio fraco dos membros da diretoria, tornando sua aprovação improvável.
2. Limited resources or reinforcement available for a cause, project, or person
Despite thin support from investors, the startup managed to launch its first product.
Apesar do suporte insuficiente dos investidores, a startup conseguiu lançar seu primeiro produto.
3. Marginal or insufficient political, social, or public backing
The candidate's platform had only thin support among rural voters.
A plataforma do candidato tinha apenas um apoio fraco entre os eleitores rurais.
In Brazilian political and business contexts, 'thin support' reflects concerns about consensus and majority backing, which are culturally important for decision-making. The phrase is used frequently in news media when discussing legislative votes, corporate initiatives, or public policy approval ratings. In the US, it often signals risk or instability in ventures and leadership positions.
NYC Slang
weak backing; not having juice
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