yielding resolution

[ˈjiːldɪŋ rezəˈluːʃən]
noun phrasepl: yielding resolutions
resolução cediça
1. A determination or decision that involves compromise, flexibility, or submission to another's will while still maintaining some form of purposeful action
After weeks of debate, the committee reached a yielding resolution that satisfied most stakeholders.
Após semanas de debate, o comitê chegou a uma resolução cediça que satisfez a maioria das partes interessadas.
2. The act of reaching a conclusion or decision that requires giving way or making concessions
Her yielding resolution to accept the terms showed maturity and pragmatism.
Sua resolução cediça em aceitar os termos demonstrou maturidade e pragmatismo.
This phrase is commonly used in diplomatic, business, and legal contexts in both Brazilian and American English to describe decisions that balance multiple interests. In Brazil, it reflects the cultural value of 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility and adaptability), while in the USA it emphasizes pragmatic problem-solving and stakeholder management.
NYC Slang
give-and-take decision
Synonyms / Sinônimos
compromise resolutionflexible determinationconciliatory decisionaccommodating resolution
Antonyms / Antônimos
rigid resolutionunyielding determinationfirm decisioninflexible stance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resolução cediça
Common in formal and diplomatic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
decisão flexível
Preferred in business and negotiation contexts
São Paulo
resolução transigente
Used in legal and corporate discussions
Portugal
resolução conciliatória
Formal usage in administrative and political contexts

Related Words

compromiseconcessionflexibilitydeterminationsettlementagreement

Related Idioms & Phrases

meeting halfway
splitting the difference
finding common ground
reaching middle ground
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