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territories

/ˈtɛɹɪt(ə)ɹiz/ /ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹiz/

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A large extent or tract of land; for example a region, country or district.

Examples :

"The dogs divided the backyard into separate territories, each guarding their own space. "

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One of three of Canada's federated entities, located in the country's Arctic, with fewer powers than a province and created by an act of Parliament rather than by the Constitution: Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

Examples :

"Because the territories have smaller populations than provinces, they often receive extra federal funding for essential services. "

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One of three of Australia's federated entities, located in the country's north and southeast, with fewer powers than a state and created by an act of Parliament rather than by the Constitution: Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory and Jervis Bay Territory.

Examples :

"The three Australian territories—the Northern Territory, the Australian Capital Territory, and Jervis Bay Territory—have unique legal frameworks compared to the states. "

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Examples :

"The Roman Empire expanded its territories across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. "

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An area that an animal of a particular species consistently defends against its conspecifics.

Examples :

"The male robins fiercely defended their territories in the garden, chasing away any other male robins that entered. "

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The part of the playing field or board over which a player or team has control.

Examples :

"During the board game, each player tried to expand their territories by placing pieces on empty spaces. "

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A geographic area that a person or organization is responsible for in the course of work.

Examples :

"The salesperson divided her assigned territories among her team, ensuring each member had a fair share of potential clients. "

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A location or logical space which someone owns or controls.

Examples :

"The dog guards its food and toys; those are its territories. "

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A market segment or scope of professional practice over which an organization or type of practitioner has exclusive rights.

Examples :

""Each salesperson at the company is assigned specific territories to avoid overlapping and ensure everyone has a fair chance to make sales." "

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An area of subject matter, knowledge, or experience.

Examples :

"Each student in the art class chose different territories of artistic expression, such as painting, sculpture, or digital art. "