treacherous territory
[ˈtreʃərəs ˈterətɔːri]
noun phrasepl: treacherous territories
território traiçoeiro
1. An area or domain that is dangerous, unreliable, or full of hidden risks and deception
Negotiating with that company is treacherous territory; they have a history of breaking agreements.
Negociar com essa empresa é um território traiçoeiro; eles têm um histórico de quebrar acordos.
2. A physical location characterized by hazardous conditions, unstable ground, or difficult terrain
The mountain pass was treacherous territory during winter storms.
A passagem montanhosa era um território traiçoeiro durante tempestades de inverno.
3. A subject matter, situation, or context that is controversial, sensitive, or prone to misunderstanding
Politics at the dinner table is treacherous territory for this family.
Política à mesa de jantar é um território traiçoeiro para essa família.
NYC Slang
sticky wicket; dicey situation; hot potato
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