unreasonable positions

[/ˌʌnˈriːzənəbəl pəˈzɪʃənz/]
noun phrasepl: unreasonable positions
posições irrazoáveis
1. Stances, viewpoints, or attitudes that lack rational basis or are excessively demanding and difficult to justify logically
The company took unreasonable positions during the contract negotiations, refusing to budge on any terms.
A empresa adotou posições irrazoáveis durante as negociações do contrato, recusando-se a ceder em qualquer termo.
2. Inflexible or extreme stands taken in disputes, arguments, or confrontations
His unreasonable positions on immigration made productive dialogue impossible.
Suas posições irrazoáveis sobre imigração tornaram o diálogo produtivo impossível.
3. Physical or psychological stances that are uncomfortable, impractical, or difficult to maintain
The athlete was forced into unreasonable positions during the intense match.
O atleta foi forçado a adotar posições irrazoáveis durante a partida intensa.
In Brazilian business culture, the phrase 'posições irrazoáveis' is commonly used to describe negotiation tactics that are seen as unfair or overly demanding. Americans often use this phrase in labor disputes, political debates, and contract negotiations. The term implies not just disagreement but a lack of logic or fairness, making it a strong criticism in diplomatic and professional contexts.
NYC Slang
wild demands / over-the-top positions / hardline stance
Synonyms / Sinônimos
extreme positionsinflexible stancesirrational standsrigid viewpointsuntenable positions
Antonyms / Antônimos
reasonable positionsflexible stancesrational viewpointsmoderate positionssensible attitudes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
posições irrazoáveis
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
posições irrazoáveis / posições absurdas
Colloquially may use 'absurdas' for emphasis
São Paulo
posições irrazoáveis
More formal business and legal contexts
Portugal
posições irrazoáveis
European Portuguese uses the same term; may also say 'posições desrazoáveis'

Related Words

negotiatecompromiserigidityinflexibilitystubbornnessintransigence

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a hard line
dig in one's heels
draw a line in the sand
refuse to budge
playing hardball
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