Cone off

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Used in situations where safety is a concern, often related to traffic or construction hazards.

Due to the parade, they had to cone off the main road to ensure pedestrian safety.

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'Cone off' implies the area will be restricted for a limited time, until the hazard or event has passed.

After the accident was cleared, workers coned off the lane temporarily to clean up.

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Cones are a visual indicator to pedestrians and drivers that they must avoid or be cautious around the sectioned-off area.

The maintenance team coned off the slippery section of the floor until it was dry.

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