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
Miles Blackson-Dunbar of Crossroads broke the 20-second barrier for the first time in a high school meet by winning the 50 free in 19.74.
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Dan Albano, Oc Register, 9 May 2025
The Summit Venture would have grazed a barrier and probably gone on its way.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
Breaking Barriers In his work, Stone presses the notion that a patient’s treatment options should not be limited simply because of their zip code.
—Jordan French, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Relevant Policy: The Reciprocal Tariff Executive Order (April 2025) imposes tariffs on countries maintaining barriers against U.S. goods, aiming to strengthen domestic manufacturing.
—Britney Porter, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for barrier
Dan Albano, Oc Register, 9 May 2025
The Summit Venture would have grazed a barrier and probably gone on its way.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
Breaking Barriers In his work, Stone presses the notion that a patient’s treatment options should not be limited simply because of their zip code.
—Jordan French, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Relevant Policy: The Reciprocal Tariff Executive Order (April 2025) imposes tariffs on countries maintaining barriers against U.S. goods, aiming to strengthen domestic manufacturing.
—Britney Porter, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for barrier
Recent Examples of Synonyms for barrier
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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The impressive figure seems to emerge from the wall of the conference room at Montresor Wine Shop.—
Elisabetta Tosi,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The ball ended up clearing the fence at Sutter Health Park as Yankee center fielder Trent Grisham ran out of room and his back hit the wall.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2025
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His wood back fence was gone, but his dog and house were fine.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
10 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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Players utilize a set of common rules -- that can be altered by the game master -- and dice to overcome obstacles as the group works to collaboratively tell a story.—
Remington Miller,
Arkansas Online,
16 May 2025
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Powered by Adelaide, Forbes AI Running a company means facing obstacles that shake your foundation.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Barrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrier. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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