off year

A year in which a major election does not take place, or a year of reduced activity, lower productivity, or poor performance compared to a typical or peak year.

• 🇵🇹Ano em que não há eleições importantes, ou um ano de atividade reduzida, menor produtividade ou resultados piores em comparação com um ano típico ou de pico.

1. Less successful year B2 informal american

   A year in which someone or something performs less well than usual.

   • The company had an off year due to supply chain issues.
   • After a string of victories, the team experienced an off year.
   • Farmers reported an off year for the apple harvest.

   🇵🇹Ano ruim

2. Non-election year C1 formal american

   A year in which no major elections are held, especially for national office.

   • Voter turnout is typically lower in an off year.
   • The president focused on policy during the off year.
   • Political campaigns often slow down during an off year.

   🇵🇹Ano não eleitoral