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partisan zones

[PAR-tuh-zuhn ZOHNZ]
nounpl: partisan zones
zonas partidárias
1. Areas controlled or dominated by partisan groups, resistance fighters, or political factions
During World War II, partisan zones in Eastern Europe were controlled by underground resistance movements.
Durante a Segunda Guerra Mundial, as zonas partidárias na Europa Oriental eram controladas por movimentos de resistência clandestinos.
2. Geographic regions strongly aligned with or controlled by a particular political party
The election results showed clear partisan zones across the country.
Os resultados das eleições mostraram zonas partidárias claramente definidas em todo o país.
3. Areas of territory held by irregular military forces or guerrilla fighters
Partisan zones emerged in the mountains as resistance to occupation grew.
Zonas partidárias surgiram nas montanhas à medida que a resistência à ocupação cresceu.
Synonyms
guerrilla zonesresistance areascontrolled territoriesfaction strongholds
Antonyms
neutral zonesdemilitarized zonesindependent territories

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zonas partidárias
Standard term used in political and historical contexts
Portugal
zonas partidárias
Commonly used in historical references to WWII resistance movements
General
áreas de guerrilha
Alternative term emphasizing military aspect rather than political alignment

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind enemy lines
contested territory
stronghold of resistance
sphere of influence
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