combat zone

Example Sentences

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During that time, shippers are unlikely to risk sending commercial vessels through the combat zone, analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

According to one soldier in the area who wished to remain anonymous, rotating troops has become even more dangerous than having them stay in the combat zone.

From Barron's • Oct. 12, 2025

Israel said it’s going to take necessary measures to prevent your entry into a combat zone.

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2025

The staging by Cofield, associate artistic director of the Classical Theatre of Harlem, turns Troy into a modern urban combat zone.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2024

Since I’ll be in a combat zone, Beetee helps me with armor Cinna designed.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins