as in wall
a physical object that blocks the way
there was a big barrier plastered with signs saying "Keep Out" around the trash compactor
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Recent Examples of barrier
The map currently shows use of technology, patrols and small barriers designed to block vehicles covering much of the region, but a 30-foot wall on private land west of Big Bend Ranch State Park.
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Lexi Salazar, CBS News, 20 May 2026
But a barrier to this general purpose-adoption is pricing, starting at around $10,000 for entry level.
—Rebecca Fannin, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Invest in a Curbless Shower Instead of a tub, Kyla MacGinnis, an RN and co-founder of the design firm, BuildABLE Accessible Design & Renovations, is a fan of the curbless shower—or a shower with no barrier, which allows someone with limited mobility to get in and out easily.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 19 May 2026
As the tissue breaks down, your mouth loses its protective barrier against germs, acidic foods, and irritation.
—Brandi Jones, Health, 19 May 2026
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Lexi Salazar, CBS News, 20 May 2026
But a barrier to this general purpose-adoption is pricing, starting at around $10,000 for entry level.
—Rebecca Fannin, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Invest in a Curbless Shower Instead of a tub, Kyla MacGinnis, an RN and co-founder of the design firm, BuildABLE Accessible Design & Renovations, is a fan of the curbless shower—or a shower with no barrier, which allows someone with limited mobility to get in and out easily.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 19 May 2026
As the tissue breaks down, your mouth loses its protective barrier against germs, acidic foods, and irritation.
—Brandi Jones, Health, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barrier
Noun
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Not one but two heaters; one wall mounted right next to the bed and one electric fur rug for under foot comfort.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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But after leaping and stretching his torso over the top of the wall, the ball fell just out of his reach.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2026
Noun
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The short right-field fence was Santa Margarita’s favorite target, with six home runs going there.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Inside the property, police found three bullet holes in a wooden fence covered by tall hedges.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Rollins hit a flying attack over the barricade to take down Breakker.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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This week, barricades have been placed near the nesting area, blocking vehicle access.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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But as the necessities of their jobs begin to push them farther apart, truckdriving becomes a serious obstacle to their budding relationship.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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The incidents involving contact with chains, trailer hitches, poles, and curbs indicate recurring limitations in detecting smaller or irregular obstacles, especially during reversing maneuvers.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
16 May 2026
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“Barrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrier. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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