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zone

noun

ˈzōn

Definition of zone

as in region

a broad geographical area a tropical zone

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as in area

a part or portion having no fixed boundaries at that point we were out of the danger zone for avalanches

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Recent Examples of zone Sports authorities acknowledged that, due to the country’s economic hardships, the current season of the 16-team series will be split into two zones, East and West, to reduce travel and fuel use amid the energy crisis. — ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026 That one led to a field goal, but later, the Dolphins were back in the red zone, and Gordon used second-level blocks from wide receivers Chris Bell and Malik Washington to score a 12-yard touchdown through the left side. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph in the work zone, and motorists should expect delays, Caltrans said. — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026 The helicopter crew hoisted Granbery from the trail and flew her to a nearby landing zone. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for zone

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Noun

As reported, Golden Goose continued to deliver strong growth in the first half of 2026, supported by an acceleration in its direct-to-consumer channel and double-digit gains across all regions.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
Panic swept through the Irkutsk region of eastern Siberia this weekend following the death of Darya Shipilova, a 28-year-old laboratory technician at the Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of region

Noun

Production has wrapped in the New York and New Jersey area, and the film is expected to release in 2027.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
Democratic and Republican 2028 contenders alike have been heading to battleground states and districts to boost their names with voters, show campaigning prowess, and make key political allies across important areas of the country.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of area

Noun

The set featured a baby T-shirt with short sleeves and a high, round neck.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
According to the Public Defender's Office, officers falsely claimed that Gibson had assaulted them by biting, punching, and wrapping a radio cord around an officer's neck, claims later refuted by video evidence.

— Senior Editor, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of neck

Noun

Badly injured, Captain Machchhar somehow opened the cockpit door, allowing passengers to overpower al-Hammami, and two off-duty pilots to take control of the plane and land it in Saudi Arabia.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 10 Oct. 2026
Food fried in beef tallow lands crisper and less greasy than food fried in seed oils, with a deeper savory flavor cooks notice right away.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026

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