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territories
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a geographic area belonging to or ruled by a government or authority
- The disputed territory has been a source of conflict between the two neighboring countries for decades.
- The governor announced new policies to improve infrastructure in the northern territory.
- Explorers mapped out the uncharted territory, claiming it for their homeland.
- The ancient empire expanded its territory through a series of successful military campaigns.
- Citizens of the territory voted in a referendum to decide on their future political status.
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an area occupied by an animal or a group of animals that is defended against others
- The lion fiercely defended its territory from intruding rivals.
- Birds often mark their territory with songs to warn others to stay away.
- The wolf pack patrolled their territory, ensuring no other predators encroached on their land.
- Male deer use their antlers to fight off competitors and protect their territory during mating season.
- The alpha chimpanzee led the group in defending their territory from neighboring troops.
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a field, subject, or area in which someone operates, works, or holds expertise
- Mathematics is his territory; he excels at numbers.
- Politics is a tricky territory for newcomers.
- She ventured into unfamiliar territory when discussing philosophy.
- This research lies in the territory of molecular biology.
- Marketing is not my territory; I leave it to the experts.
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an area designated for administrative, organizational, or other official purposes
- The company assigned sales staff to each territory.
- The airline expanded its operations into new territories.
- Mapping software can display different territories.
- The charity divided its work into distinct territories.
- The franchisee manages a defined territory for sales.
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