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troubled zone

[ˈtrʌbəld zoʊn]
nounpl: troubled zones
zona de conflito
1. An area or region experiencing political, social, or military unrest, instability, or violence
The troubled zone in the Middle East requires international attention.
A zona de conflito no Oriente Médio requer atenção internacional.
2. A geographic area marked by persistent problems, tensions, or difficulties
The city council focused on improving infrastructure in the troubled zone.
O conselho municipal concentrou-se em melhorar a infraestrutura na zona problemática.
Synonyms
conflict zonewar zonecrisis areaproblem areaunstable regiondisputed territory
Antonyms
peaceful areastable regionsafe zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona de conflito
Most common term for areas with political or military unrest
Rio de Janeiro
área problemática
Often used for urban areas with social issues
São Paulo
zona crítica
Used for economically or socially troubled areas
Portugal
zona de tensão
Preferred term for international conflict areas

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powder keg
tinderbox
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