They could try to provide a buffer zone.

Carving out a so-called buffer zone is tantamount to reoccupying Gaza.

Carving out a so-called buffer zone is tantamount to reoccupying Gaza. We are exerting maximum efforts to restore calm.

A lot is completely wrapped up in a first impression. But if you can take that first impression and buffer it by disseminating information to a person by the time you meet in person, there isn't so much of a shock-and-awe effect.

buffer between commercial, memorial and retail space.

Companies have a lot of free cash now. That provides a big buffer.