untested methods
[ʌnˈtɛstɪd ˈmɛθədz]
noun phrasepl: untested methods
métodos não testados
1. procedures or techniques that have not been tried, proven, or verified through experimentation or practical application
The company was hesitant to adopt untested methods without proper validation.
A empresa hesitou em adotar métodos não testados sem validação adequada.
2. approaches lacking empirical evidence or prior successful implementation
Using untested methods in medical treatment can be dangerous.
Usar métodos não testados no tratamento médico pode ser perigoso.
3. experimental or novel approaches that have not undergone rigorous evaluation
The startup relied on untested methods to disrupt the market.
A startup confiou em métodos não testados para desromper o mercado.
In Brazil, particularly in tech hubs like São Paulo, there is growing acceptance of untested methods as part of the startup culture and innovation mindset ('fail fast' philosophy). In the USA, especially in Silicon Valley, untested methods are often celebrated in entrepreneurial contexts, though they remain viewed with skepticism in traditional sectors like healthcare, aviation, and finance. The phrase reflects a cultural tension between innovation and risk management across both cultures.
NYC Slang
untested = 'untested'; common in startup culture as 'we're gonna try some untested stuff'
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