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unclear context

[/ʌnˈklɪr ˈkɒntekst/]
noun phrasepl: unclear contexts
contexto pouco claro
1. A situation or set of circumstances that are not clearly defined, making it difficult to understand the meaning or intention of something
The unclear context of the email left me confused about the project deadline.
O contexto pouco claro do email me deixou confuso sobre o prazo do projeto.
2. Insufficient background information that prevents proper comprehension of a statement, text, or situation
In an unclear context, the statement could be interpreted in multiple ways.
Em um contexto pouco claro, a declaração pode ser interpretada de várias formas.
Synonyms
ambiguous contextvague contextobscure contextconfusing circumstances
Antonyms
clear contextexplicit contextobvious contextwell-defined context

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contexto não claro / contexto nebuloso
Common usage in informal and formal communication
São Paulo
contexto confuso / contexto impreciso
Often used in business and academic settings
Portugal
contexto pouco claro / contexto obscuro
Formal usage preferred in official documents

Related Idioms & Phrases

lost in translation
miss the point
speak in riddles
leave someone in the dark
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