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perimeter

[puh-rim-i-ter] / pəˈrɪm ɪ tər /


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Officers established a search perimeter in the surrounding area, according to Miller.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Known as a three-point threat at Washington State, she needs to be guarded on the perimeter but also not be left to connect to other open players.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Stellantis tries to take the edge off for workers hoofing it from outer perimeter lots, shuttling them in from some locations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The outer perimeter parking lots seemed orderly when a Wall Street Journal reporter recently visited.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Although the stampede continues unabated, at least I know Marlena won’t be trampled before I can navigate the perimeter of the tent.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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