as in fortress
a structure or place from which one can resist attack
the island was the pirates' last stronghold in the West Indies
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Recent Examples of stronghold
Israel says the city, Gaza’s largest, remains a Hamas stronghold.
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Caitlin Danaher, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
It’s considered a Republican stronghold.
—Taylor Millard, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
The current administration is prioritizing domestic supply chains for these critical minerals as China is the dominant global supplier and is viewed to be weaponing this stronghold.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Netanyahu says Gaza City is Hamas’ last major stronghold, but the plan to occupy it has drawn international criticism.
—Abigail Williams, NBC news, 14 Sep. 2025
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Caitlin Danaher, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
It’s considered a Republican stronghold.
—Taylor Millard, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
The current administration is prioritizing domestic supply chains for these critical minerals as China is the dominant global supplier and is viewed to be weaponing this stronghold.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Netanyahu says Gaza City is Hamas’ last major stronghold, but the plan to occupy it has drawn international criticism.
—Abigail Williams, NBC news, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stronghold
Noun
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Despite Russia’s demographic advantage, its efforts to envelop Ukraine’s formidable fortress belt—a string of strategic cities and logistics hubs in the country’s northeast—have had little success.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
7 Oct. 2025
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There are several key sites to explore, like Le Castella, an imposing Medieval fortress on the sea; Santa Severina’s Byzantine architecture and Norman Castle; and Capo Colonna Archaeological Park, known for its Greek and Roman temples and ruins.—
Gary Portuesi,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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Instead, Tuttle suffered 10 rejections in a row, including hard passes from indie bastions like Sundance and SXSW.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Suns have been a bastion of chaos since Mat Ishbia purchased the team in 2023.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Others share the fear that a Trumpified Weiss is storming the citadel of objective journalism.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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The day trip to the famous Incan citadel begins a few miles outside of the ancient city of Cusco.—
Nicole Edenedo,
AFAR Media,
26 Aug. 2025
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Historians believe the castle featured living quarters and fortifications, plus courtyards, kitchens, houses and workshops.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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Wide windows overlooking the square make for a standout element, offering a stunning view on the medieval fortification built in the 15th century by Francesco Sforza, Duke of Milan.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Jonathan and Mina Harker return to Transylvania with their teenage daughter, Quincey — only for her to be ensnared in the castle’s sinister games.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
11 Oct. 2025
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Elsewhere in the castle, Malcolm’s sister, Maura Grant, comes across Dougal shtupping one of her maids up against a wall.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
10 Oct. 2025
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Allen thundered a command for the British to hand over the fort.—
Caity Weaver,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
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Famous landmarks include the Castello Aragonese—a Game of Thrones-esque fort and settlement, with roots dating to the 5th century BC—located off the village of Ischia Ponte.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Stronghold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stronghold. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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