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forbidden zone

[fərˈbɪdən zoʊn]
nounpl: forbidden zones
zona proibida
1. An area or region where entry, access, or activity is not allowed or prohibited
The nuclear plant's core is a forbidden zone for unauthorized personnel.
O núcleo da usina nuclear é uma zona proibida para pessoal não autorizado.
2. A restricted area designated by law, regulation, or authority
The military base maintains a forbidden zone around its perimeter.
A base militar mantém uma zona proibida ao seu redor.
3. Any place or subject that is considered off-limits or taboo
Discussing politics became a forbidden zone at the family dinner table.
Discutir política tornou-se uma zona proibida na mesa de jantar da família.
NYC Slang
no-go zone
Synonyms
restricted areaprohibited zoneoff-limits arearestricted zoneno-go zone
Antonyms
open areapublic zoneaccessible areapermitted zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona proibida
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
área vedada
Alternative formal usage
Portugal
zona interdita
More formal and commonly used in official contexts
Rio de Janeiro
zona proibida
Standard colloquial usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

off-limits
stay out of bounds
cross the line
trespassing into forbidden territory
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