war zone

• Zone où se déroulent des combats actifs, ou lieu marqué par un conflit extrême, un danger ou un désordre.

An area where active fighting is taking place in a war, or a place characterized by extreme conflict, danger, or disorder.

1. Area of active conflictB2formal

   A geographical area where armed fighting or military conflict is taking place.

   zone de guerre

   • The journalists were reporting from a dangerous war zone.
   • Many civilians have fled the war zone to seek safety.
   • The city has become a war zone after months of fighting.

2. Chaotic or dangerous placeB2informal

   A place that is extremely chaotic, dangerous, or disorderly, often used metaphorically.

   zone de guerre (au sens figuré)

   • The kitchen looked like a war zone after the party.
   • The stock market floor can feel like a war zone during a crash.
   • The playground turned into a war zone when the kids started fighting.