enemy lines
definitions
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The physical position, formation, or defensive boundary held by an opposing military force.pt: linhas inimigas
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The territory, social sphere, or area of influence controlled by an opposing group or ideology.pt: território inimigo
examples
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The spy managed to slip past the enemy lines unnoticed.
O espião conseguiu passar pelas linhas inimigas sem ser notado.
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The journalist felt like she was walking into enemy lines when she entered the rival political headquarters.
A jornalista sentiu que estava entrando em território inimigo ao entrar na sede política rival.