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Term: Alsatia

Description:

Alsatia is a term that refers to a fictional region or an area with a lawless reputation. It can also describe a place of refuge or sanctuary, often an area beyond the reach of law enforcement. The term originated from the infamous Whitefriars district in London, England during the 16th and 17th centuries, known for its resistance to legal authority.

Usage:

As a noun:

1. The novel is set in an Alsatia, a place where chaos and disorder dominate.

2. He sought asylum in the Alsatia, hoping to escape the law.

As an adjective:

1. The movie portrays the Alsatia underworld with intense, gritty realism.

2. The play takes place in a fictional Alsatian village, highlighting the cultural peculiarities of the locals.

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