palace gates
definitions
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The physical entrance structures, such as large doors or barriers, situated at the perimeter of a royal residence or castle.pt: Portões do palácio
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A symbolic threshold representing the separation between the inner circle of power and the outside world.pt: Limite de poder
examples
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The guards opened the palace gates to welcome the visiting dignitaries.
Os guardas abriram os portões do palácio para receber os dignitários visitantes.
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Stepping through the palace gates meant leaving her old life behind.
Cruzar os portões do palácio significava deixar sua antiga vida para trás.