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set borders

[set ˈbɔːrdərz]
verb phrase
estabelecer fronteiras
1. to establish or define the boundaries or limits of something, such as a territory, region, or area of responsibility
The two countries agreed to set borders along the river.
Os dois países concordaram em estabelecer fronteiras ao longo do rio.
2. to establish limits or boundaries in a relationship or personal context
It's important to set borders in your relationships to maintain healthy boundaries.
É importante estabelecer fronteiras em seus relacionamentos para manter limites saudáveis.
Synonyms
define boundariesestablish limitsmark boundariesdelimitdemarcate
Antonyms
erase boundariesblur linesremove restrictions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estabelecer fronteiras
most common usage
São Paulo
marcar limites
alternative phrasing, especially in relational contexts
Portugal
estabelecer fronteiras
formal and standard usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw a line in the sand
set the record straight
cross the line
know your limits
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