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perimeter

[puh-rim-i-ter] / pəˈrɪm ɪ tər /


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That includes the southern perimeter near Los Burros Road where it is threatening homes and structures.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 30, 2026

The cougar was found lying on the sidewalk under the shade of a tree, where deputies set up a perimeter to keep vehicles and people away.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

I had expected a prison van but instead a small, grey Hyundai i30 hatchback drove past us at speed and into the secure compound behind a security gate and barbed wire perimeter.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

Authorities said on Wednesday that better overnight weather conditions had helped crews reduce the intensity of the fires and stabilise their perimeter.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

He glances nervously in the direction of the perimeter gate behind the trees.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

But the president pulled back from that threat Saturday, saying the "perimeters" of a deal were there.

From Barron's Aug. 3, 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

Preparations included layered security perimeters, traffic management plans, and a highly visible police presence throughout the Hollywood area.

From BBC Mar. 16, 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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