bunker

noun

Definition of bunkernext
as in vault

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Recent Examples of bunker The letters cite stories on construction details related to the East Wing bunker, funding for the White House ballroom, munitions stockpiles impacted by the Iran war and sanctions against Russia. — Josh Feldman, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2026 The bunker is one of more than a dozen projects tied to a $280 million dollar parks bond. — Wilkine Brutus, Sun Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026 The bunker is one of more than a dozen projects tied to a $280 million parks bond. — Wilkine Brutus, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026 An Israeli official told the outlet that Israel will seek weapons not previously approved for sale, including bunker-busting missiles. — September 18, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bunker
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  1. vault
  2. foundation
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  • In a major move last year, the special administrative region of China linked its gold vault with one in Shanghai, allowing physical gold delivery to international institutions in Hong Kong denominated in yuan.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
  • To his knowledge, the movie currently sits behind bulletproof glass in a vault and will open in the year 2115.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of vault
Noun
  • It is understood Kering plans to build on the foundation left by Vaccarello, also spying additional opportunities in jewelry.
    — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The market is one cornerstone of a larger scene that has built an outsized reputation for dining on the foundation of the Stitts' vision and mentorship.
    — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of foundation

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“Bunker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bunker. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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