cordon
Example Sentences
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A cordon will remain around the scene of a major fire at a historic mill in Staffordshire over the coming days while the site is made safe.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
Security is expected to again be heightened for the hearing, with a security cordon of steel imposed around the downtown courthouse for his first appearance in January.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
The incident happened at the Centre:MK on Saturday afternoon and large police cordon remains in place.
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026
He said a cordon remained in place at the site.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026
I told them they could send a security cordon with me, and that I would give my word that I would return.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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