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Seoul Tries 'Social Distancing' to Prevent Coronavirus Spread

William Gallo

   SEOUL - As advertising campaigns for major world cities go, "Let's Take
   a Break From Social Life" is not exactly inspiring.

   The slogan, though, rolled out by Seoul authorities this week,
   accurately describes life for many South Koreans these days, as they
   limit face-to-face interaction to help prevent the spread of the
   coronavirus epidemic.

   Although the outbreak has mainly been contained to the area near the
   southeastern city of Daegu, authorities across the country aren't
   taking any chances. They have suggested "social-distancing" measures to
   help keep people away from each other.

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