Cordon off Meaning in English
expression
释义
To block off or surround an area with barriers, tape, or people, usually to keep people out for safety or security reasons.
用法与细微差别
Mainly used in police, emergency, and official contexts. Often followed by the area being blocked ('cordon off the street'). Common with law enforcement and not for casual separation. Synonyms: 'block off', but 'cordon off' implies formal barriers and authority.
例句
Police cordoned off the accident site.
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Firefighters cordoned off the building.
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Officials cordoned off the park for repairs.
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They had to cordon off the street after the gas leak.
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Crowds gathered outside the area the police had cordoned off.
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Once they cordoned off the section, no one could enter until the investigation ended.
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