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to defer to
[phrase form: defer]
01
ceder a, submeter-se a
to accept or agree to follow someone's decision, opinion, or authority, often out of respect or recognition of their expertise or position
Transitive
Exemplos
The team chose to defer to the senior researcher's expertise in designing the experiment.
A equipe optou por deferir à expertise do pesquisador sênior no design do experimento.
When deciding on the software to use, I will defer to your experience in the field.
Ao decidir sobre o software a usar, deferirei à sua experiência no campo.
02
recorrer a, confiar em
to refer to or rely on someone or something with more expertise, responsibility, or jurisdiction, typically to handle a matter
Exemplos
During team discussions, members often defer to the project manager for direction and decision-making.
Durante as discussões da equipe, os membros frequentemente recorrem ao gerente de projeto para orientação e tomada de decisão.
In matters of international diplomacy, leaders often defer to the United Nations for resolutions to global conflicts.
Em questões de diplomacia internacional, os líderes frequentemente recorrem às Nações Unidas para resoluções de conflitos globais.
03
conformar-se a, respeitar
to agree to uphold established customs, practices, or rituals, typically out of respect for their historical or cultural importance
Exemplos
In matters of protocol, diplomats often defer to the customs of the host country.
Em questões de protocolo, os diplomatas frequentemente respeitam os costumes do país anfitrião.
During ceremonies, the royal family always defers to ancient customs and protocols.
Durante as cerimónias, a família real sempre se atém aos costumes e protocolos antigos.
