outlying

[/ˈaʊtlaɪɪŋ/]

adjective

remoto, periférico, afastado

1. Located far from the center or main area; situated on the outer edge or periphery

The outlying villages were difficult to reach during winter.

As aldeias remotas eram difíceis de alcançar durante o inverno.

2. Distant from the main body or group; situated away from urban centers

We explored the outlying districts of the city.

Exploramos os bairros periféricos da cidade.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

afastado, remoto, periférico

Standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

periférico, afastado

Common in urban context referring to outer neighborhoods

Portugal

afastado, periférico, remoto

Standard Portuguese usage

outlying areas

outlying regions

outlying districts

outlying settlements

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