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
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The result is a staging of half-hearted opulence, with massive walls that trundle into position, squeezing the crowds or parting to reveal a giant staircase suitable for processions.Justin Davidson, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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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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Despite reforestation efforts in Scandinavia, Dahl says extensive logging has led to the decline of some plant and animal species, and argues that Nordic forestry companies need to adapt their management practices to ensure nature remains protected as demand for wood increases.Maddy Savage, TIME, 18 Jan. 2025
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The question should be whether a mayor of New York honors his duty to protect taxpayer funds, or looks for opportunities to bend them to his personal and political gain.New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 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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During the riot, Taylor pushed past police barricades and joined the push against police officers outside the building, the judge noted.Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 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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Her Taiwanese heritage and my Swedish background have cemented a foundation that grows and flourishes beyond all barriers, cherishing what SoCal and the world have to offer.Claës Nordenskiöld, Los Angeles Times, 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
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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
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Second, geographic insulation and wealth foster a sense of detachment from global affairs by shielding the country from external threats, leading to chronic underinvestment in military and diplomatic capabilities.Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
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After an armed helicopter crashed during the Vietnam War on June 5, 1966, Army Capt. Hugh R. Nelson Jr. from Rocky Mount, N.C., pulled two specialists from the aircraft, shielding one of them from enemy gunfire at the loss of his own life.JOSH BOAK THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 4 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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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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“Fence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fence. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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