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perimeter

[puh-rim-i-ter] / pəˈrɪm ɪ tər /


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The New York Police Department and Secret Service also set up a multi-block security perimeter around the arena and canceled a watch party outside.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

McCool recommended fans show up at least two hours before the game to allow enough time to move through the security perimeter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"Gen. Donovan also led a perimeter security assessment of the naval base and discussed force protection, safety of service members and their families, and operational readiness with base officials."

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Asked about Valdez, Bis said law enforcement deployed chemical irritants including pepper balls, but not rubber bullets, after agitators attempted to breach the perimeter at Glass House Farms.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

I scan the perimeter of the ornamental lake, looking for my brother.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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