terreno seguro
[te-ˈre-nu se-ˈgu-ru]
noun phrasemasculinepl: terrenos seguros
safe ground; solid ground; safe territory
1. Literal: physical ground or land that is safe and stable
The hikers stayed on the terreno seguro to avoid the cliff edge.
Os caminhantes permaneceram no terreno seguro para evitar a beira do penhasco.
2. Figurative: a comfortable, familiar, or secure situation; a topic or area where one feels confident
When discussing history, he was on terreno seguro.
Ao discutir história, ele estava em terreno seguro.
3. A secure or stable position in an argument, negotiation, or conflict
The lawyer made sure to argue only on terreno seguro.
O advogado garantiu que argumentasse apenas em terreno seguro.
NYC Slang
safe zone; comfort zone; solid ground
Related Idioms & Phrases
pisar em terreno seguro - to step on safe ground
estar em terreno seguro - to be in a safe/comfortable position
sair do terreno seguro - to venture into unfamiliar territory
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