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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 This time, Graham came screaming out of the slot on the same blitz and leveled Mandal in the end zone. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026 The pool area incorporates lava stone, hanging bridges, a splash zone, and four waterslides with views of the resort's lagoon. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026 Five excavators, compressors and breakers were doing the heavy lifting to bring rescuers closer to any possible survival zone. — Bhadra Sharma, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026 Food security diplomacy, however, must extend beyond conflict zones. — Anna Nelson, Foreign Affairs, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for zone

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Noun

These are the same regions impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur in June and Tropical Storm Bertha in July 2026.

— Cheryl McCloud, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
The main Russian targets were in the Kyiv and southern Odesa regions, the air force said in a statement.

— Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of region

Noun

The rain could trigger flash flooding and mudslides, particularly in mountainous areas.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
The encouraging part for Liverpool is that Brughmans already has the physical tools to improve in this area, most notably a pair of enormous hands.

— Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of area

Noun

Although it can be used once daily, glycolic-acid newcomers and sensitive skin types may want to start with two or three evenings a week—whether applying it to the face, scalp, or rough patches below the neck—and work their way up.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
To accessorize, the socialite donned an array of Pasquale Bruni designs on her fingers and around her neck, all affixed with high-shine gold and diamonds galore.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of neck

Noun

The new system allows the drone to release supplies while hovering, drop payloads during forward flight, or land and unload cargo autonomously, eliminating the need for personnel or dedicated equipment at the receiving site.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
In rural areas, food insecurity helps armed groups recruit soldiers and causes disputes over scarce land and water resources.

— Anna Nelson, Foreign Affairs, 4 Sep. 2026

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