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mark boundaries

[/mɑːrk ˈbaʊndəriz/]
verb phrase
marcar limites
1. To establish, indicate, or designate the limits or borders of an area, territory, or concept
The fence marks the boundaries between the two properties.
A cerca marca os limites entre as duas propriedades.
2. To set clear limits on behavior, responsibilities, or relationships
It's important to mark boundaries in professional relationships.
É importante marcar limites nas relações profissionais.
3. To physically or visually delineate where something begins or ends
The stones mark the boundaries of the garden.
As pedras marcam os limites do jardim.
Synonyms
set boundariesdefine limitsestablish bordersdelineatedemarcate
Antonyms
blur boundarieserase boundariesremove boundaries

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
marcar limites
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
marcar fronteiras
Alternative usage in business context
Portugal
delimitar fronteiras
More formal, particularly for geographical boundaries

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw a line in the sand
set the record straight
put your foot down
estabelecer regras claras
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