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demarcation

[dee-mahr-key-shuhn] / ˌdi mɑrˈkeɪ ʃən /


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The official referred to the demarcation line behind which Israeli troops withdrew under the ceasefire agreement.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

While personal narrative is key to the album, “No. 29” acts as an aural demarcation.

From Salon Jun. 5, 2026

Under that agreement, the IDF withdrew to a demarcation line, known as the "yellow line", which left Israel in control of roughly 53% of Gaza.

From BBC May 29, 2026

The demarcation of what counts as misfortune on such sites is arbitrary, murky and movable, ultimately guaranteeing proxy bets that skirt regulatory requirements.

From The Wall Street Journal May 5, 2026

A small, minnowless creek formed the one demarcation line of significance in the entire housing project.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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