unique instance
[juːˈniːk ˈɪnstəns]
noun phrasepl: unique instances
instância única
1. A single occurrence or example of something that is distinctly different from all others; a one-of-a-kind case or situation
The discovery of this rare fossil is a unique instance in paleontology.
A descoberta deste fóssil raro é uma instância única na paleontologia.
2. In computing and programming, a single object or variable created from a class definition
Each unique instance of the User class has its own distinct properties.
Cada instância única da classe Usuário tem suas próprias propriedades distintas.
3. A particular case or occurrence that stands alone and cannot be duplicated
This is a unique instance of customer satisfaction that rarely occurs in retail.
Esta é uma instância única de satisfação do cliente que raramente ocorre no varejo.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'unique instance' is predominantly used in academic, technical, and business settings. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'instância única' is the formal translation, while 'caso único' is more colloquial. In the USA, the term is frequently used in software development and data analysis contexts. The phrase emphasizes rarity and distinctiveness, reflecting a value placed on individualism in both cultures.
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