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forbidden territory

[fər-ˈbi-dən ˈter-ə-ˌtor-ē]
nounpl: forbidden territories
território proibido
1. An area or place where entry is not allowed or prohibited
The abandoned building is forbidden territory for children.
O edifício abandonado é território proibido para crianças.
2. A subject, topic, or area of discussion that is considered inappropriate or off-limits
Politics is forbidden territory at family dinners.
Política é território proibido nas jantares em família.
3. A relationship, action, or behavior that is socially unacceptable or taboo
Dating your best friend's ex is forbidden territory.
Namorar o ex do seu melhor amigo é território proibido.
NYC Slang
off-limits spot
Synonyms
off-limits arearestricted zonetaboo subjectno-go areaprohibited domain
Antonyms
open areaaccessible territoryallowed domainpermitted zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
território proibido
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
zona proibida
Alternative term used in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
área vedada
Common variation in Rio de Janeiro
Portugal
zona interdita
More formal alternative used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

tread on forbidden ground
venture into forbidden territory
cross the line
break a taboo
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