as in fences
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 barriers
The council also exempted from SB 79 areas that are close to a transit stop but violate the spirit of SB 79 because residents can’t walk to it easily because of barriers like canyons, freeways or a lack of sidewalks.
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Educating women on maternal health matters is just one of the initiatives of the nonprofit that hopes to break down health access barriers in a tangible way.
—Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Safer pest control options include planting pest-deterring plants, using physical barriers, and maintaining a clean, healthy garden.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
That bill would establish a grant program to fund suicide reduction barriers and nets on bridges across the country.
—Maddie Mullikin, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
Hu said the powerful Gulf Stream off Miami is far stronger than currents in much of the Caribbean, making barriers difficult to anchor and potentially damaging to reefs.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 9 May 2026
Now, using currently available AI models, the barriers of entry to wreaking cyber havoc have been lowered.
—Hugh Son,samantha Subin, CNBC, 8 May 2026
The law is imperfect and barriers to testing persist.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
But systemic barriers – from eligibility gaps to access issues – limit their reach.
—Kate Perepezko, The Conversation, 8 May 2026
David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Educating women on maternal health matters is just one of the initiatives of the nonprofit that hopes to break down health access barriers in a tangible way.
—Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Safer pest control options include planting pest-deterring plants, using physical barriers, and maintaining a clean, healthy garden.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
That bill would establish a grant program to fund suicide reduction barriers and nets on bridges across the country.
—Maddie Mullikin, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
Hu said the powerful Gulf Stream off Miami is far stronger than currents in much of the Caribbean, making barriers difficult to anchor and potentially damaging to reefs.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 9 May 2026
Now, using currently available AI models, the barriers of entry to wreaking cyber havoc have been lowered.
—Hugh Son,samantha Subin, CNBC, 8 May 2026
The law is imperfect and barriers to testing persist.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
But systemic barriers – from eligibility gaps to access issues – limit their reach.
—Kate Perepezko, The Conversation, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for barriers
Noun
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The deadly breach underscores longstanding vulnerabilities at sprawling major airports, where perimeter fences meet federal standards but remain surprisingly easy to scale.—
Mead Gruver,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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But the two men have since mended fences.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Instead of the usual intercontinental ballistic missiles, tanks and missile systems rolling across the cobbles of Red Square, Russia played a video of its military hardware in action on giant screens opposite the Kremlin walls.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
10 May 2026
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Choose a curtain that has similar colors to the walls, decor, or furniture to promote a cohesive feel.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
Noun
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This week, barricades have been placed near the nesting area, blocking vehicle access.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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On April 23, Duke Energy announced barricades would be placed at Buster Boyd Access Area in Lake Wylie on boat ramps where less than three feet of water covered the concrete at the end.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2026
Noun
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These obstacles seemed insurmountable, but the group pushed on for over three years.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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The stadium deal in Vancouver is one of the biggest obstacles in trying to keep the team there.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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“Barriers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barriers. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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