roped off
Example Sentences
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If it’s possible, a significant chunk of the town is roped off.
From New York Times ● Jan. 15, 2024
Veterans walked through the airport terminal as supporters, a few holding “Welcome Back” signs, clapped and shouted on either side of the roped off aisle.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 12, 2023
The players’ biggest thrill was standing in a roped off area behind home plate and waiting for players to drop by and give autographs during batting practice before the Dodgers’ game with the Diamondbacks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2023
Law enforcement officials roped off the street near the home.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 13, 2023
The street had to be roped off, the policemen had to keep the crowds back and children had to play hooky from school when there was a piano moving.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
