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fear zone

[/fɪr zoʊn/]
nounpl: fear zones
zona de medo
1. A psychological or emotional state where a person feels anxious, threatened, or afraid; the boundaries of comfort and security beyond which anxiety increases
Public speaking was in her fear zone, so she avoided presentations.
Falar em público estava na zona de medo dela, então ela evitava apresentações.
2. In personal development contexts, the area of activities or situations that trigger anxiety or dread
To grow as a person, you must gradually move beyond your fear zone.
Para crescer como pessoa, você deve gradualmente sair de sua zona de medo.
Synonyms
comfort zone boundaryanxiety zonepanic zonediscomfort zone
Antonyms
comfort zonesafe zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona de medo
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
zona de ansiedade
Alternative phrasing emphasizing anxiety aspect
Portugal
zona de medo
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

outside your comfort zone
stepping out of your shell
facing your demons
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