unpopular decision
[/ˌʌnˈpɒpjələr dɪˈsɪʒən/]
noun phrasepl: unpopular decisions
decisão impopular
1. A choice or judgment made by a person or organization that is not liked or approved of by most people
The president's decision to raise taxes was an unpopular decision among voters.
A decisão do presidente de aumentar os impostos foi uma decisão impopular entre os eleitores.
2. A course of action that goes against public opinion or majority preference
Closing the local hospital was an unpopular decision that sparked protests.
Fechar o hospital local foi uma decisão impopular que provocou protestos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, leaders often must defend unpopular decisions by explaining the rationale behind them. In Brazil, unpopular decisions by government officials frequently generate significant social media backlash and street protests. This phrase is commonly used in political discourse, corporate announcements, and discussions about leadership.
NYC Slang
a bummer of a call / a tough sell
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