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 In colder zones, plants are best grown in containers and wintered indoors. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2025 London’s pricing zones are the most extensive and the most well-known. Laurie Winkless, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 Based on Leblanc’s verbal and written statement and the witness statements, police determined that prior to the collision, Leblanc passed two vehicles in a no passing zone, the warrant affidavit said. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2025 Following his promotion-winning season from Serie B, Fabregas is earning his stripes in the top flight: Como impressively sits in 13th place, seven points above the relegation zone, and has beaten some of the best teams in the division. David Ferrini, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for zone
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Noun
  • The researchers found that different neural patterns in this region correspond to different sounds—a process that mirrors how human brains encode speech.
    Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Ethiopia is facing recurring conflict in some of its regions including Tigray, which is recovering from a two-year conflict, Amhara and Oromia.
    Compiled by Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Pep Guardiola needs fresh creativity in the attacking midfield area and Wirtz would have been perfect for this role.
    Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Even better, the alfresco dining area is shaded by an orchard, next to an herb garden.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Correct Your Posture Bad posture, especially slouching or jutting your head forward, can put excess strain on your jaw and neck muscles.
    Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Bryan Danielson's wrestling career faces uncertainty due to a severe neck injury.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Each land will feature unique rides, attractions, dining, and shopping experiences based on popular franchises.
    Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025
  • At this scenic patch of riverside land in a remote corner of Owyhee County, one of Idaho’s most influential families is preparing to move into a new business venture: luxury real estate.
    Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 17 Mar. 2025

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“Zone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zone. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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