unreasonable stances
[/ˌʌnˈriːzənəbəl ˈstænsɪz/]
noun phrasepl: unreasonable stances
posições irracionais; posicionamentos irracionais; posturas irrazoáveis
1. Positions, attitudes, or viewpoints that lack logic, fairness, or good judgment; inflexible or extreme positions that are difficult to justify rationally
The negotiator refused to compromise because both sides were taking unreasonable stances on key issues.
O negociador recusou-se a fazer concessões porque ambos os lados assumiram posições irracionais em questões fundamentais.
2. Intransigent or obstinate positions that defy common sense or accepted standards of reasonableness
Their unreasonable stances on workplace safety made it impossible to reach an agreement.
Suas posturas irrazoáveis sobre segurança no trabalho tornaram impossível chegar a um acordo.
In Brazilian business culture, calling someone's position 'irracional' or 'irrazoável' is a strong criticism implying they are not thinking logically. In American corporate settings, 'unreasonable stances' is often used in negotiations and labor disputes to characterize the opposing party's position as unjustifiable, making it a rhetorically charged term in conflict resolution contexts.
NYC Slang
hardline positions; bull-headed stance; unreasonable ask
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