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unstable connection

[ʌnˈsteɪbəl kəˈnɛkʃən]
nounpl: unstable connections
conexão instável
1. A network or communication link that frequently disconnects, experiences interruptions, or has inconsistent performance
The WiFi signal was weak, resulting in an unstable connection that kept dropping.
O sinal de WiFi era fraco, resultando em uma conexão instável que continuava caindo.
2. A relationship or bond between people characterized by uncertainty and lack of reliability
Their unstable connection made it difficult for them to maintain a long-term friendship.
A conexão instável deles dificultava a manutenção de uma amizade de longo prazo.
Synonyms
poor connectionweak connectionintermittent connectionunreliable connectionshaky connection
Antonyms
stable connectionstrong connectionreliable connectionsolid connection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conexão instável
Standard usage in Brazil
São Paulo
conexão fraca
Commonly used alternative emphasizing weakness
Portugal
ligação instável
Portuguese preference for 'ligação' over 'conexão'

Related Idioms & Phrases

on and off connection
hit or miss connection
dropping connection
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