as in wall
a physical object that blocks the way
the only way to prevent motorists from trying to use that unsafe bridge is to put a fence across the road leading to it
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as in to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
had worked as a bodyguard, fencing a number of pop stars at big events
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Recent Examples of fence
Cody Godwin, USA Today, 22 May 2025
Another died in a canal after slipping through a fence hole at a playground specifically intended for autistic kids.
—Jennifer Peltz, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Vincent Bruni-Bossio, Devan Mescall, Harvard Business Review, 1 May 2025
Lamb’s residence was fenced and shielded from view by bushes.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Also, take some time to examine the perimeter of your yard to ensure any gates and fences are secure and don’t have any gaps through which your pup can easily escape.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 22 May 2025
Another died in a canal after slipping through a fence hole at a playground specifically intended for autistic kids.
—Jennifer Peltz, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Verb
By identifying key strategic roles and the actions through which leaders exercise the power inherent in their roles, as well as fencing AI...
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Generative AI is reshaping industries by automating tasks and augmenting human decision-making.
—Vincent Bruni-Bossio, Devan Mescall, Harvard Business Review, 1 May 2025
Lamb’s residence was fenced and shielded from view by bushes.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fence
Noun
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Jewett added that the impact of the academies extends beyond the walls of high school, and includes building relationships between local business, parents and the broader community.—
Lena Miano,
Arkansas Online,
20 May 2025
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King’s home is a temple to Black excellence, art-directed like a Pedro Almodóvar movie (its colored walls adorned with paintings and artifacts from Lee’s personal collection), in a way that collapses the distance between the filmmaker and his fictional protagonist.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Californians should urge Sens. Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff to protect this vital lifeline.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2025
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Hundreds of fans had gathered outside the Miami team hotel behind police barricades on Monday night, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Argentine icon.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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In cross examination, Jackson asked about how the scene was not protected by either barricade or police presence.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
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A day after the singer, 38, shocked fans by walking the 2025 American Music Awards red carpet with a blonde bob — a far departure from her trademark long locks — Pratt, 41, defended his wife against hate comments.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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Kehoe, in response to a question from The Star on Tuesday, defended his decision to push the plan at the 11th-hour.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Use waterproof barriers, such as special ointments or creams, to protect the skin from direct contact with water.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
23 May 2025
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As far as the lack of democratization, the current state of supply chains presents a high barrier to entry for small businesses who want to integrate with larger retailers or access global networks.—
Shekar Natarajan,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Seeing rookies such as defensive tackle Kenneth Grant, the first-round pick, and guard Jonah Savaiinaea, the second-round pick, out there running around with life-giving joy and their sky-high potential was refreshing.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
28 May 2025
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry will return to the American Century Championship, the tournament announced Tuesday.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
27 May 2025
Verb
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The dining area, living room, and study all spill out to terraces shielded by deep overhangs and a minimalist pergola.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
30 May 2025
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Despite criminal convictions, successive Republican and Democratic administrations have shielded them from deportation since the war's end decades ago.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Lee’s next test in safeguarding those interests promises to be trickier: restoring stability to South Korea following the tumultuous ouster of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, whose impeachment was confirmed in April following his December 2024 declaration of martial law.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
29 May 2025
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When payments happen outside the App Store, the responsibility for safeguarding transactions falls to the developer.—
Chris Hewish,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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“Fence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fence. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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