territories

plural of territory
as in habitats
the place where a plant or animal is usually or naturally found that plant's territory extends from Georgia all the way north to Maine

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Recent Examples of territories A couple days ago a THR report claimed that Universal was getting cold feet over releasing Alex Gibney’s Musk documentary in international territories. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026 Farfetch sells to customers in more than 190 countries and territories and serves as a platform for 1,400 brands, boutiques and department stores. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 Distribution in the co-production territories is set for 2027. Annika Pham, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026 Ceuta is one of two Spanish territories on the north African coast along with Melilla. ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026 Eliminating media territories and TV blackouts would be a home run for MLB fans across the country. Jim Bowden, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026 Israel captured the West Bank, along with the Gaza Strip and East Jerusalem, in the 1967 Mideast war, territories the Palestinians want for a future state. Ibrahim Hazboun, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026 The efforts of the anti-gang force, Ramdin said, are essential to regain territories, help the government reestablish public services and keep them from gang control. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026 In the 1980s, after decades of neglect, Somalia’s northernmost territories rose up against the government in Mogadishu. Mahbub Abdillahi, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Sep. 2026
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Noun
  • Along the way, guides share insights, and tours will stay in habitats longer when the animals are active and playing together or eating.
    Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Hike one of its rugged trails, snap photos from the Mile High Swinging Bridge, or visit the wildlife habitats along the way, which are home to black bears, elk, and eagles.
    Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Aging pipes must be replaced, leaks prevented, emergencies addressed and critical systems kept operating for homes, schools, hospitals and businesses.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • To reduce risk, residents should avoid wild animals, seal gaps where bats could enter homes, keep pets’ rabies vaccinations current and contact a healthcare provider immediately after any potential exposure, Sutter County health officials advised.
    The Sacramento Bee staff, Sacbee.com, 20 Sep. 2026

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“Territories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/territories. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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