as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct
the lines of demarcation between art and entertainment are often blurry
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Recent Examples of demarcation
Israel’s latest military offensive marks its first incursion past the southern Litani River region, which historically acted as a demarcation line, in 20 years.
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Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
31 May 2026
The four-million-viewer level has been seen as something of a demarcation point in recent months.
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Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
26 May 2026
As your natural hair continues to grow in, that line of demarcation becomes more pronounced—and often more challenging to manage.
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Janell M. Hickman-Kirby,
Allure,
18 May 2026
Many visitors prefer to simply walk or bike up and down the beachside road, often saving time in the process despite there being little to no demarcation for sidewalks.
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Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
31 May 2026
The four-million-viewer level has been seen as something of a demarcation point in recent months.
—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
26 May 2026
As your natural hair continues to grow in, that line of demarcation becomes more pronounced—and often more challenging to manage.
—
Janell M. Hickman-Kirby,
Allure,
18 May 2026
Many visitors prefer to simply walk or bike up and down the beachside road, often saving time in the process despite there being little to no demarcation for sidewalks.
—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demarcation
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The film carries a further distinction as one of the first war features shot entirely in Bali.
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It is earned through transparency, verification, and a clear distinction between fact, inference, and speculation.
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If religion is corrupted by breaking down the wall of separation, much the same is true of the state.
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The floorplan is arranged with a clear separation between the living areas and private sleeping quarters of the home.
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In May, the EEOC filed a discrimination lawsuit against the New York Times alleging discrimination against a white male employee, which the Times has rejected as politically motivated.
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Calling for reinstatement of the team, the group said the school’s decision was based on false information and amounted to gender discrimination under Title IX.
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“Demarcation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demarcation. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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