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expanding territory

[ɪkˈspændɪŋ ˈtɛrətɔri]
noun phrasepl: expanding territories
território em expansão
1. An area of land or space that is growing or increasing in size, scope, or control
The company's expanding territory now covers three continents.
O território em expansão da empresa agora cobre três continentes.
2. A region whose boundaries, influence, or jurisdiction are increasing
The expanding territory of the empire alarmed neighboring nations.
O território em expansão do império alarmou as nações vizinhas.
3. A field of activity or knowledge that is growing in scope and importance
Digital marketing represents an expanding territory for businesses.
O marketing digital representa um território em expansão para as empresas.
Synonyms
growing areaexpanding regionincreasing territoryburgeoning domain
Antonyms
shrinking territorycontracting regiondiminishing area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
território em expansão
Most common and standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
território em crescimento
Alternative preferred in business contexts
Portugal
território em expansão
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

breaking new ground
spreading one's wings
enlarging one's footprint
expanding horizons
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