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demarking

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present participle of demark

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to mark the limits of the Connecticut River demarks the eastern edge of the state of Vermont

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The haunting synth track became the defining musical signature of Nicolas Winding Refn‘s 2011 neo-noir, helping establish both the movie’s dreamlike atmosphere and Kavinsky’s international profile.

— HollywoodReporter, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026
The tragedy of three years ago remains a defining part of daily life, and many residents are still navigating the long arc of recovery, yet the island also depends on tourism to rebuild its economy and support local families.

— David Dickstein, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2026

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