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1. A specific area or region where lethal force is authorized or expected to be used, typically in a military or law enforcement context.

Example sentence: The soldiers were ordered to secure the kill zone before initiating their operation.

2. An imaginary boundary around a hunting area or a target, within which an effective and lethal shot can be made.

Example sentence: It's important for hunters to know their surroundings and always stay within the kill zone for a clean and ethical kill.

3. An area with high gang activity or crime rates, where the risks of violence or murder are notoriously high.

Example sentence: The local authorities are taking measures to combat gangs and reduce the kill zone in the city.

4. A term used in competitive sports, such as paintball or airsoft, referring to a designated area where players engage in combat to eliminate opponents.

Example sentence: The players strategically positioned themselves within the kill zone, waiting for the opposing team to enter their firing range.