safe territory
[/seɪf ˈterɪtɔːri/]
nounpl: safe territories
território seguro
1. An area or domain where one feels secure, protected, or comfortable; a place free from danger or threat
The library became her safe territory where she could study without interruptions.
A biblioteca se tornou seu território seguro onde ela podia estudar sem interrupções.
2. In sports or military contexts, an area controlled by one side and protected from enemy attack
The troops retreated to safe territory behind friendly lines.
As tropas se retiraram para um território seguro atrás das linhas amigas.
3. A figurative space in conversation or relationships where one can express oneself without fear of judgment or harm
In therapy, the counselor creates a safe territory for clients to discuss their problems.
Na terapia, o conselheiro cria um território seguro para os clientes discutirem seus problemas.
NYC Slang
safe zone; the spot
Related Idioms & Phrases
on home turf (estar em casa)
in one's element (no seu elemento)
stick to what you know (fique no que você conhece)
play it safe (jogar seguro)
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