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grey area

/ɡreɪ ˈɛəriə/

翻译: 指没有明确定义、模棱两可或介于两个不同类别之间,因而难以分类或评判的情况、概念或问题。

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/ɡreɪ ˈɛəriə/B2formal
  • zh指没有明确定义、模棱两可或介于两个不同类别之间,因而难以分类或评判的情况、概念或问题。

A situation, concept, or issue that is not clearly defined, ambiguous, or falls between two distinct categories, making it difficult to classify or judge.

  1. Unclear or ambiguous situationB2formal

    A situation or concept that is not clearly defined, often falling between two extremes or categories.

    zh灰色地带

    • The legality of the new technology is still a grey area.
    • There is a grey area between right and wrong in this ethical dilemma.
    • The rules are clear, but the application is a grey area.
  2. Uncertainty in rules or policiesB2formal

    A part of a law, rule, or policy that is not clearly defined or is open to interpretation.

    zh规则或政策的不确定性

    • The tax code has many grey areas that accountants must navigate.
    • The contract contains a grey area regarding liability.
    • The policy on remote work is a grey area in the company handbook.