cordon
Example Sentences
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He said investigations to establish the full circumstances surrounding the deaths continued and a cordon remained in place at the site.
From BBC
Peach said residents would continue to see an increased police presence and a cordon was in place while investigations continued.
From BBC
Security was tight outside the court on Thursday, with dozens of police buses forming a cordon to restrict public access.
From BBC
Roads in the area have now re-opened, the buses removed from scene and police cordons have been lifted.
From BBC
"Sadly, incidents of disturbance still occurred despite the presence of volunteers, police and statutory body staff as a small minority of people wilfully ignored cordons and direct advice on watching respectfully," a spokesperson said.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
