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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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of zone They were disqualified for passing the baton outside the changeover zone. Liam Tharme, New York Times, 28 June 2025 The region was turned into a militarized zone – a status that continues today. Shukriya Bradost, The Conversation, 28 June 2025 All but one evacuation zone had been lifted by 9 p.m. but the roughly 250 people remained in an mandatory evacuation area, according to El Dorado County officials. Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2025 Their departure suggests movement into strategic positions across the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, or Gulf of Oman—all key zones within CENTCOM area of responsibility, analysts said. Amira El-Fekki‎ john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for zone
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zone
Noun
  • This year’s lineup showcases an exceptional slate of films representing both the Hudson region and international perspectives, reflecting the festival’s belief in the unifying power of cinema.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 25 June 2025
  • Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Sacramento and San Francisco are several larger cities within AT&T’s coverage regions.
    Kara McGinley, USA Today, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 26 June 2025
  • Kaiser has seen one case of measles this past month, which was in the Santa Clarita area, Hudson said.
    Rong-Gong Lin II, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
Noun
  • This cooling neck gaiter protects your neck from getting a sunburn.
    Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2025
  • Your neck and your upper body and your legs had to be very strong.
    Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • Take that same scenario and multiply it by every other parcel of land that any other outdoor enthusiast could lose access to, and the damage would be extensive.
    Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
  • First discovered: 4:32 p.m. June 20 Initial location: Fresno County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Fresno Slough Mendota A new wildfire was reported today at 4:32 p.m. in Fresno County, California. Fresno Slough Mendota Fire has been burning on private land.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 21 June 2025

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“Zone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zone. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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