Good Question: Is It ISIS, ISIL, Or The Islamic State? MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) â Throughout his speech Wednesday evening, President Barack Obama referred to the militant terror group as ISIL. But, often, the media refers to that same group as ISIS or the Islamic State. Surveys have shown these names can cause confusion about the terrorist group that split off from al-Qaeda and has taken over large parts of Iraq and Syria.
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Building Terms & Definitions. 1  Anchor Bolt: A bolt used to attach steel or wood members to concrete. 2  Apron: Window trim or molding placed below the stool to finish the joint formed by the wall and the window frame opening. 3  Armored Cable: Rubber-insulated electrical wires that are encased in a flexible steel covering.