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Payne said the state has quarantined the three herds where infections have been confirmed.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2024

Hong Kong, one of the few places that holds to a zero-COVID policy, has quarantined tens of thousands of people this year in facilities for the COVID-positive and near contacts.

From Reuters • Apr. 19, 2022

The school system has quarantined nearly 1,700 students in its first eight school days.

From Washington Post • Sep. 9, 2021

Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel said Sunday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and has quarantined pending further testing.

From Fox News • Aug. 22, 2021

Then, seeing her surprise, he continued: "You must excuse the question but I am a quarantine officer and Charleston has quarantined against all points that have been exposed to yellow fever."

From Sons and Fathers by Edwards, Harry Stillwell