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no-go area

/ˈnəʊ ɡəʊ ˈɛəriə/

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/ˈnəʊ ɡəʊ ˈɛəriə/C1informalbritish
  • ruМесто, которое опасно или запрещено для посещения, часто из-за политического конфликта, преступности или строгих правил; также может относиться к теме, которая слишком чувствительна для обсуждения.

A place that is dangerous or forbidden to enter, often due to political conflict, crime, or strict rules; can also refer to a topic that is too sensitive to discuss.

  1. Dangerous or restricted zoneB2informalbritish

    A place that is considered too dangerous or restricted to enter, often due to crime, conflict, or official prohibition.

    ruЗапретная зона

    • The police declared the neighborhood a no-go area after the riots.
    • Tourists were warned that the border region is a no-go area.
    • The old factory has become a no-go area because of structural damage.
  2. Forbidden topic or subjectC1informal

    A subject or issue that is considered too sensitive or controversial to discuss.

    ruЗапретная тема

    • Politics is a no-go area at family dinners.
    • In some workplaces, salary discussions are a no-go area.
    • Religion became a no-go area in their conversations.