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
Mike Lillis, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2025
The two vehicles went through the school’s fence where Rosales was supervising children, one of them being MKaya, according to deputies and KSAT.
—Kate Linderman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Jan. 2025
Baltimore Sun Editorial Board, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2024
Howard University, the site of Vice President Kamala Harris’ election night watch party, is also protected by fencing around the perimeter.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Noun
This time around, after Johnson received Trump’s backing, Greene is supporting the Speaker, while Harris is now on the fence.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2025
The two vehicles went through the school’s fence where Rosales was supervising children, one of them being MKaya, according to deputies and KSAT.
—Kate Linderman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
This seems useful to keep in mind as Italian Americans living in the Baltimore area, including Little Italy, continue to ponder what to do with the octagonal pedestal that sits, now fenced off to the public, in a small plaza across from Pier 6.
—Baltimore Sun Editorial Board, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2024
Howard University, the site of Vice President Kamala Harris’ election night watch party, is also protected by fencing around the perimeter.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fence
Noun
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The facility reportedly has a very detailed plan to keep the art safe, including fireproof walls.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
8 Jan. 2025
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Bold orange Loro Piana fabric lines the dining room walls, offset with Yves Klein’s Venus Bleue, a favorite work.—
Kerry Pieri,
Architectural Digest,
8 Jan. 2025
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Forbes is protected by reCAPTCHA, and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Beyond those agencies, the department is also responsible for securing airline transportation, protecting dignitaries, responding to natural disasters and more.—
REBECCA SANTANA AND STEPHEN GROVES THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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Carollo put up barricades, assigned police patrols and won two years of peace until the county forced him to go away.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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Part of the measures in force today will include a wider and more-enforced-than-usual perimeter around the Beverly Hilton, with closed streets and barricades.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
5 Jan. 2025
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The 21-year-old — who joined United’s academy from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2022 — impressed with his ability to cover large amounts of space when defending against Arsenal in their FA Cup tie on Sunday.—
Carl Anka,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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The Texans move on without Johnson to prepare for the two-time defending Super Bowl champions in the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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The film champions the idea that age is no barrier to new adventures, showcasing how passion and friendship can reignite a sense of purpose.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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The localizer is a barrier at the end of the runway that helps with aircraft landings and was blamed for exacerbating the crash’s severity.—
Paolo Confino,
Fortune Asia,
11 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Teasing out the true effect of the risk of Trump tariffs on overall import gains is difficult because companies closely guard trade data.—
Lisa Baertlein and Ellen Zhang,
USA TODAY,
15 Jan. 2025
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As for the status of Butler trade talks, the agent for Suns guard Bradley Beal, Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports, reiterated to The Athletic on Tuesday that nothing is brewing between the Heat and Phoenix that involves his longtime client.—
Sam Amick,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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It’s also made with RFID-blocking materials that shield your cards and electronics from hackers.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Jan. 2025
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But even the depths of the Montana wilderness couldn’t shield Kitsch from the attention that came his way when a FNL reboot was announced last month.—
Brianne Tracy,
People.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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Why This Matters The ESA, enacted in 1973 to safeguard vulnerable species and their habitats, has long been a focal point of contention.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
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As one of the last remaining areas in South Wales with truly dar k skies, this achievement ensures that the starlit skies of Gower will be safeguarded for future generations.—
Valerie Stimac,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Fence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fence. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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