zone

Definition of zonenext
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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 The city denied the developer’s proposal in August 2024, saying Margaritaville sits within a specialized zone that allows the Hollywood commission to determine building height on a case-by-case basis. Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026 In other words, the bus zone would move uphill, while parental morning drop-off and afternoon pickup of students would take place further downhill. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026 The Aggies called a fire-zone blitz on the second play of the game, and safety Bryce Anderson forced quarterback Payton Thorne toward York, who recorded his first tackle for a loss. Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 24 Jan. 2026 Minneapolis police officers will maintain the zone alongside members of the Minnesota National Guard. Wcco Staff, CBS News, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for zone
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zone
Noun
  • Her journey illustrates how online finance certifications can expand access to career progression in regions where traditional programs remain financially or geographically out of reach.
    CBS News, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Overall, there are myriad potential points of failure that can interrupt power delivery to large regions.
    Matt Randolph, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The Jackson County Legislature only has jurisdiction over policies related to the county sheriff’s office and does not have explicit authority over federal immigration agencies or area cities’ police departments.
    Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The city of Fort Worth is moving forward with zoning changes to limit the concentration of businesses like liquor stores, smoke shops and payday lenders in one area.
    Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In a separate clip, Durant had a towel around his neck as the confrontation with the fan continued during a play stoppage for a referee’s video review.
    Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 25 Jan. 2026
  • Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.
    CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The unit encompasses a generous 6,903 square feet of land.
    Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026
  • But if both teams jump into the top four of the lottery or land just outside of it, both picks should be fairly valuable.
    Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026

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“Zone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zone. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

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