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working indifferently

[ˈwɜːrkɪŋ ɪnˈdɪfərəntli]
verb phrase
funcionando indiferentemente; trabalhando de forma indiferente
1. Operating or functioning in a manner that shows lack of care, interest, or commitment; performing duties without enthusiasm or proper attention
The old engine was working indifferently, sputtering and losing power.
O motor antigo estava funcionando indiferentemente, esputando e perdendo potência.
2. Performing tasks in a mediocre or halfhearted way; executing work without dedication
He was working indifferently on the project, showing no real interest in its success.
Ele estava trabalhando indiferentemente no projeto, não demonstrando interesse real no seu sucesso.
NYC Slang
phoning it in; working like you don't care
Synonyms
working carelesslyperforming halfheartedlyfunctioning poorlyworking without interestlaboring apathetically
Antonyms
working diligentlyworking enthusiasticallyperforming excellentlylaboring carefullyworking with dedication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
funcionando indiferentemente; trabalhando desinteressadamente
Common usage in everyday speech
São Paulo
trabalhando meia-boca; funcionando devagar
Colloquial variation meaning working halfheartedly
Portugal
funcionando indiferentemente; a trabalhar sem interesse
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

half-hearted effort
going through the motions
couldn't care less attitude
sleepwalking through work
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