tighter margin
[ˈtaɪtər ˈmɑːrdʒɪn]
noun phrasepl: tighter margins
margem mais apertada
1. A smaller difference or gap between two quantities, values, or competitors; reduced profit margin or victory margin
The company is operating on a tighter margin due to increased costs.
A empresa está operando com uma margem mais apertada devido aos custos aumentados.
2. A narrower advantage in a competition or election
The candidate won by a tighter margin than expected in the polls.
O candidato venceu por uma margem mais apertada do que esperado nas pesquisas.
3. Less financial cushion or buffer for error in budgeting or planning
We need to be careful with our spending; we're working with a tighter margin this quarter.
Precisamos ser cuidadosos com nossos gastos; estamos trabalhando com uma margem mais apertada neste trimestre.
This phrase is widely used in both American and Brazilian business environments, particularly in financial reports, election coverage, and sports commentary. In Brazil, it's common in quarterly earnings discussions and political elections. The expression emphasizes financial or competitive pressure and the need for careful management or strategy.
NYC Slang
slim pickings / close call (informal contextual equivalents)
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