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delimitation

[dih-lim-i-tey-shuhn] / dɪˌlɪm ɪˈteɪ ʃən /




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That interpretation is consistent with the 2023 genomic study, which focused on species delimitation in this pit viper group while accounting for gene flow.

From Science Daily Apr. 21, 2026

It requires periodic delimitation - the redrawing and reallocation of seats - after each census to reflect updated population figures.

From BBC Apr. 16, 2026

The dispute "is blocking the delimitation of the maritime border with New Caledonia and creating problematic legal uncertainties affecting fishing and scientific research activities, for example," it added.

From Barron's Dec. 18, 2025

He added that “we should be able to sit down with Turkey as reasonable adults and resolve our main difference, which is the delimitation of maritime zones in the Aegean and the eastern Mediterranean.”

From Seattle Times Jan. 19, 2023

Another criticism may be made upon the author's peculiar delimitation of his subject.

From Critical Miscellanies (Vol. 3 of 3) Essay 9: The Expansion of England by John Morley




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