sealed off
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In several cases, these concretions sealed off the interior lining, preserving pieces of fabric that would normally have decayed long ago.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
May Day, which celebrates workers and the working classes, sees a major police deployment in Turkey every year, with a large area in the heart of Istanbul around Taksim Square sealed off.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Ahead of Saturday’s negotiations, the city center has been sealed off and the five-star Serena Hotel has asked guests to vacate in order to host the visiting delegations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
At Isfahan, for example, satellite imagery from February indicated all entrances to its tunnel complex appeared to be sealed off with earth, which would make any operation more difficult.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
By morning, the small garrison of American and allied forces could only watch as all of West Berlin was sealed off.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
