undocumented cases
[/ˌʌndɑːkjuˈmɛntəd ˈkeɪsɪz/]
noun phrasepl: undocumented cases
casos não documentados
1. Instances, occurrences, or examples that lack official written records, evidence, or formal documentation
The report highlighted undocumented cases of workplace discrimination that were never formally reported.
O relatório destacou casos não documentados de discriminação no trabalho que nunca foram formalmente denunciados.
2. In medical or public health contexts, instances of illness or disease that were not officially recorded or registered
During the pandemic, health officials estimated there were many undocumented cases of infection in rural areas.
Durante a pandemia, autoridades de saúde estimaram que havia muitos casos não documentados de infecção em áreas rurais.
3. In legal and immigration contexts, individuals or situations without proper official papers or government records
The organization assists undocumented cases of vulnerable populations seeking legal status.
A organização assiste casos não documentados de populações vulneráveis que buscam status legal.
In Brazil, 'casos não documentados' is frequently used in discussions about healthcare disparities, informal economy workers, and vulnerable populations. In the USA, this term is particularly relevant in discussions about undocumented immigrants and hidden crimes. Both contexts emphasize the gap between official statistics and actual occurrences in society.
NYC Slang
under-the-radar cases
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