combat zone

Example Sentences

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When Allied troops landed in Italy during World War II, not far behind them was Frank Amprim, the first FBI agent to be dispatched to a combat zone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 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

The Israeli Foreign Ministry said the navy had told the flotilla to change course as it was "approaching an active combat zone".

From BBC • Oct. 1, 2025

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

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2025

A few weeks away from the combat zone would do me good.

From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers