partition

Example Sentences

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The film, like the musical, touches upon the fallout of India’s 1947 partition, brought to life in the characters’ religious, social and economic differences.

From New York Times

The area had been partitioned into villages, each given biblical place names.

From BBC

Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Tangaraju's family members said they were able to meet him from behind a glass partition at Changi Prison after his notice of execution was released last week.

From BBC

A long-running civil war or partition of the country into rival fiefdoms are also possible.

From Seattle Times

Ordering is done at the counter, right next to the massive glass enclosure displaying all the roast ducks, chopped to order behind a small stainless-steel partition.

From Seattle Times