Rail off

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verb

To block or restrict something or someone by setting up barriers.

The construction company had to rail off the construction site for safety reasons.
Visual representation of "rail off" - To block or restrict something or someone by setting up barriers

Often appears as...

  • rail off the area
  • rail off the street
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Safety Measures

Used to indicate setting up safety boundaries in hazardous zones.

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They had to rail off the damaged bridge to prevent accidents.
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Restricted Access

Implies limited access to a specific area for protection or privacy.

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The celebrity's house was railed off by the security team.
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Temporary Barrier

Often refers to a temporary setup that can be removed later.

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After the festival, they removed the rails that had been railed off.
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