under review
[/ˈʌndər rɪˈvjuː/]
adjective phrase / prepositional phrase
em análise / sob análise / em revisão
1. being examined, considered, or evaluated by someone in authority or by a committee
Your application is currently under review and we will contact you within two weeks.
Sua inscrição está em análise e entraremos em contato com você em duas semanas.
2. subject to official investigation or assessment
The new policy is under review by the board of directors.
A nova política está sob análise pela diretoria.
3. awaiting a decision or judgment
The case remains under review pending additional evidence.
O caso permanece em análise aguardando evidências adicionais.
This phrase is extremely common in both American and Brazilian professional contexts, particularly in hiring processes, legal proceedings, and policy-making. In Brazil, it's frequently used in job applications and formal business communications. The phrase conveys neutrality and professionalism, indicating that a decision is pending. In American corporate culture, it's standard terminology in HR, finance, and legal departments. The equivalent Portuguese expressions maintain the same professional tone and are widely understood in business Portuguese.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under the microscope (similar meaning: being closely examined)
on the chopping block (similar meaning: awaiting judgment or possible rejection)
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