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hostile relations

[ˈhɑːstəl rɪˈleɪʃənz]
noun
relações hostis
1. Unfriendly, antagonistic, or aggressive interactions between individuals, groups, or nations characterized by opposition, enmity, or conflict
The two countries have maintained hostile relations for decades.
Os dois países mantêm relações hostis há décadas.
2. A state of tension or animosity in diplomatic or personal relationships
After the scandal, hostile relations developed between the business partners.
Após o escândalo, relações hostis se desenvolveram entre os parceiros comerciais.
Synonyms
adversarial relationsantagonistic relationstense relationsstrained relationsunfriendly relationscontentious relations
Antonyms
friendly relationsamicable relationscordial relationspeaceful relationsharmonious relations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
relações hostis
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
relações hostis
Common in business and diplomatic contexts
Portugal
relações hostis
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

break relations
sever ties
on bad terms
at daggers drawn
relações deterioradas
estar em pé de guerra
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