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ambiguous zone

[/æmˈbɪɡjuəs zoʊn/]
nounpl: ambiguous zones
zona ambígua
1. An area or space where boundaries, definitions, or meanings are unclear, undefined, or open to multiple interpretations
The legal status of that territory exists in an ambiguous zone between two nations.
O status legal daquele território existe em uma zona ambígua entre duas nações.
2. A region or context where rules, standards, or expectations are not clearly established or are contradictory
The contract language created an ambiguous zone that led to disputes.
A linguagem do contrato criou uma zona ambígua que levou a disputas.
3. A figurative space of uncertainty or indeterminacy in understanding, decision-making, or categorization
The definition of artificial intelligence exists in an ambiguous zone between science and philosophy.
A definição de inteligência artificial existe em uma zona ambígua entre a ciência e a filosofia.
Synonyms
gray areagrey areaunclear territoryambiguous territoryzone of uncertainty
Antonyms
clear boundarydefined zoneunambiguous area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona ambígua
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
zona cinzenta
Alternative expression meaning 'gray zone'
Portugal
zona ambígua
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Portugal
área cinzenta
Alternative expression meaning 'gray area'

Related Idioms & Phrases

in a gray area
between a rock and a hard place
in murky waters
in no man's land
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