danger zone

• Área ou situação em que há alto risco de dano, perigo ou consequências indesejadas; usada frequentemente de forma metafórica para descrever uma fase arriscada ou crítica.

A situation or area where there is a high risk of harm, danger, or undesirable consequences; often used metaphorically to describe a risky or critical phase.

1. Hazardous areaB1formal

   A place or situation where there is a high risk of harm, injury, or danger.

   zona de perigo

   • The construction site is a danger zone for unauthorized personnel.
   • The military declared the border area a danger zone.
   • Swimming in that part of the river is a danger zone due to strong currents.

2. Risky situationB2informal

   A metaphorical area or situation where one is likely to encounter problems or negative consequences.

   zona de perigo

   • He entered the danger zone by criticizing his boss publicly.
   • Discussing politics at family dinners can be a danger zone.
   • The company's finances are in the danger zone after the recent losses.