No Man's Land
/ˌnoʊ ˈmænz ˈlænd/
Definitions
- (n.) Territory not controlled by any recognized sovereign state, often resulting from disputed ownership especially in armed conflict.
The treaty established a buffer zone designated as no man's land between the two countries.
- (n.) Area between opposing military forces where entering is dangerous or prohibited, frequently recognized in international law contexts.
The soldiers risked crossing the no man's land during the ceasefire.
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- no man's land
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Commentary
No man's land typically arises in disputes over sovereignty or during armed conflicts and is distinguished from recognized territory by the absence of clear legal control; precision in treaty language is crucial to define such zones.
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