land freeze
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of land freeze
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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In addition, a partial land freeze should be continued until present surveying and assessing programs by federal agencies can be completed.
From Time Magazine Archive
In 1966, then Interior Secretary Stewart Udall declared a total "land freeze," which expires this December.
From Time Magazine Archive
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