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to defer to
[phrase form: defer]
01
rispettare di
to accept or agree to follow someone's decision, opinion, or authority, often out of respect or recognition of their expertise or position
Transitive
Example
The team chose to defer to the senior researcher's expertise in designing the experiment.
Il team ha scelto di dare precedenza all'esperienza del ricercatore senior nella progettazione dell'esperimento.
When deciding on the software to use, I will defer to your experience in the field.
Quando decido quale software utilizzare, darò precedenza alla tua esperienza nel campo.
02
rimandare a, fare riferimento a
to refer to or rely on someone or something with more expertise, responsibility, or jurisdiction, typically to handle a matter
Example
During team discussions, members often defer to the project manager for direction and decision-making.
Durante le discussioni di squadra, i membri spesso rimandano al project manager per indicazioni e decisioni.
In matters of international diplomacy, leaders often defer to the United Nations for resolutions to global conflicts.
In questioni di diplomazia internazionale, i leader spesso rimandano alle Nazioni Unite per risolvere conflitti globali.
03
attenersi a, rispettare
to agree to uphold established customs, practices, or rituals, typically out of respect for their historical or cultural importance
Example
In matters of protocol, diplomats often defer to the customs of the host country.
In questioni di protocollo, i diplomatici spesso si attenono alle consuetudini del paese ospitante.
During ceremonies, the royal family always defers to ancient customs and protocols.
Durante le cerimonie, la famiglia reale si attiene sempre alle antiche usanze e protocolli.
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