territorial conflict
[/ˌterɪˈtɔːriəl ˈkɒnflɪkt/]
nounpl: territorial conflicts
conflito territorial
1. A dispute or war between nations, groups, or individuals over control of a specific geographic area or territory
The territorial conflict between the two nations lasted for decades.
O conflito territorial entre as duas nações durou décadas.
2. Disagreement or confrontation arising from claims to land, borders, or geographic boundaries
The territorial conflict in the disputed border region remains unresolved.
O conflito territorial na região fronteiriça contestada permanece sem resolução.
Related Idioms & Phrases
drawn into a territorial conflict
settle a territorial conflict
escalate territorial conflict
territorial disputes over land rights
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