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parcel

[pahr-suhl] / ˈpɑr səl /
NOUN
container prepared to be sent
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NOUN
piece of land
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The parcel includes three buildings, greenhouses and a large agricultural field, according to the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“The gated, private parcel offers dramatic panoramic city views and sweeping vistas, with multiple usable tiers featuring generous flat pads, terraced gardens, and a dedicated pool level,” the description notes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

MIAMI—A battle royal has erupted among some of Miami’s most powerful economic players over a 10-acre parcel of land on Fisher Island, often dubbed the wealthiest ZIP Code in America.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

In February this year, postal workers told the BBC that some letters had been sitting undelivered for weeks and that they had been told to prioritise parcel delivery instead as it is more profitable.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

He put the plant on the floor beside him and rolled up his empty food parcel.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook




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