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territory

[ter-i-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / ˈtɛr ɪˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /


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Apart from denying Pakistan's allegation that it had been providing safe harbour to militants, Afghanistan's government has repeatedly said its territory is not being used to threaten the security of other countries.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

U.S. stocks moved higher while markets in Asia and Europe were largely in positive territory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Now, with a nod from regulators, cryptocurrency firms are encroaching on that territory, and investors in the operators’ stock are worried.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Instead, Neto’s throw across his body sailed past second and into foul territory on the other side of the diamond.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Anyone who ever lost a cat never understood the cat was probably still around, just prowling in another part of its territory.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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