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raise barriers

[/reɪz ˈbæriərz/]
verb phrase
levantar barreiras
1. to create obstacles or impediments that prevent progress, communication, or access
The new regulations raise barriers to entry for small businesses.
Os novos regulamentos levantam barreiras à entrada para pequenas empresas.
2. to establish defensive or protective measures; to set up defenses
He tends to raise barriers emotionally when feeling vulnerable.
Ele tende a levantar barreiras emocionais quando se sente vulnerável.
3. to impose trade or economic restrictions
Countries may raise barriers against foreign imports to protect domestic industries.
Os países podem levantar barreiras contra importações estrangeiras para proteger as indústrias domésticas.
Synonyms
create obstaclesestablish barriersset up impedimentserect wallsimpose restrictions
Antonyms
remove barrierslower barriersbreak down barriersfacilitate accessopen doors

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
levantar barreiras
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
levantar barreiras
commonly used in business and economic contexts
Portugal
levantar barreiras
standard usage; may also use 'erigir barreiras'

Related Idioms & Phrases

raise trade barriers
raise language barriers
raise cultural barriers
put up barriers
throw up obstacles
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