unmet challenge
[ʌnˈmɛt ˈtʃælɪndʒ]
noun phrasepl: unmet challenges
desafio não superado
1. A difficult task or problem that has not been successfully addressed or resolved
Climate change remains one of the greatest unmet challenges of our time.
A mudança climática continua sendo um dos maiores desafios não superados do nosso tempo.
2. A goal or objective that has not been achieved or fulfilled
The company faces unmet challenges in meeting customer expectations.
A empresa enfrenta desafios não atendidos em relação às expectativas dos clientes.
3. An outstanding problem requiring attention or solution
Healthcare accessibility remains an unmet challenge in rural areas.
A acessibilidade aos cuidados de saúde continua sendo um desafio não resolvido nas áreas rurais.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'unmet challenge' is commonly used in business, policy, and academic discourse to describe systemic problems requiring attention. In Brazil, it's frequently used in discussions about social inequality and public health. In the USA, it's widely employed in corporate strategy and political rhetoric when discussing goals that remain unfulfilled.
NYC Slang
an unfinished piece / something on the to-do list
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