perimeter
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Mr. Coyne’s book, the inspiration for the show, chronicles his roughly 16-week hike around the perimeter of the country, playing its dozens of links as if they were a single, 1,100-mile golf course.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
When Julianna and Mark Hayes decided to overhaul the landscaping at their home in Northern California’s Marin County, they weren’t legally required to clear a 5-foot perimeter surrounding their house.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026
Firefighters will remain in the area for the next several days as they mop up hot spots and secure the fire’s perimeter, officials said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026
The lack of depth at center could be a concern during the season, but they’re confident in their perimeter players to set the tone on defense.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
They disappeared from the Ranch about three years ago, after leaving for an afternoon hike around the perimeter.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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But the president pulled back from that threat Saturday, saying the "perimeters" of a deal were there.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
He appeared to suggest progress towards an agreement had been made, saying that the "perimeters of a deal has been agreed to".
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
Police may close roads, establish perimeters, kettle crowds, redirect traffic, block movement, and call those acts public order.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
Setting those perimeters impressed producers while also shaping her personal and creative evolution.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2026
They crawled on their stalk legs around the curved perimeters of the glass as if the world had shrunk to that jar.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
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