unexpected difficulties
[/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd ˈdɪfɪkəltiz/]
noun phrase
dificuldades inesperadas
1. problems or challenges that occur without warning and were not anticipated or foreseen
The project faced unexpected difficulties when the main contractor withdrew.
O projeto enfrentou dificuldades inesperadas quando o principal contratante se retirou.
2. unforeseen obstacles or complications that arise during a process or task
We ran into unexpected difficulties during the software implementation.
Encontramos dificuldades inesperadas durante a implementação do software.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, this phrase is commonly used to discuss project management, development timelines, and problem-solving scenarios. Brazilians often use this phrase informally in everyday conversation about any unforeseen problems, while Americans tend to use it more in formal professional settings. The phrase reflects a universal experience across both cultures of having to adapt plans when circumstances change unexpectedly.
NYC Slang
curveballs / plot twist
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