as in wall
a physical object that blocks the way
the only way to prevent motorists from trying to use that unsafe bridge is to put a fence across the road leading to it
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as in to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
had worked as a bodyguard, fencing a number of pop stars at big events
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Recent Examples of fence
Cody Godwin, USA Today, 22 May 2025
Another died in a canal after slipping through a fence hole at a playground specifically intended for autistic kids.
—Jennifer Peltz, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Vincent Bruni-Bossio, Devan Mescall, Harvard Business Review, 1 May 2025
Lamb’s residence was fenced and shielded from view by bushes.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Also, take some time to examine the perimeter of your yard to ensure any gates and fences are secure and don’t have any gaps through which your pup can easily escape.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 22 May 2025
Another died in a canal after slipping through a fence hole at a playground specifically intended for autistic kids.
—Jennifer Peltz, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Verb
By identifying key strategic roles and the actions through which leaders exercise the power inherent in their roles, as well as fencing AI...
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Generative AI is reshaping industries by automating tasks and augmenting human decision-making.
—Vincent Bruni-Bossio, Devan Mescall, Harvard Business Review, 1 May 2025
Lamb’s residence was fenced and shielded from view by bushes.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fence
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 church also links Chicago to Rome and the pope: The archdiocese has helped fund the church, donations that are commemorated on a sign on one of the basilica’s walls.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
Verb
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The emergency fund is meant to protect you against a job loss, health crisis, car breakdown or major household repair.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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The utility recently told its investors that AB 1054 will protect it from potential liabilities of billions of dollars if its equipment is found to have sparked the Eaton fire on Jan. 7, resulting in 18 deaths and the destruction of thousands of homes and commercial buildings.—
Melody Petersen,
Los Angeles Times,
18 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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A day after the singer, 38, shocked fans by walking the 2025 American Music Awards red carpet with a blonde bob — a far departure from her trademark long locks — Pratt, 41, defended his wife against hate comments.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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After seeing his pleas for peace talks or a ceasefire go unanswered for months, Trump conceded that he’s defended Putin in discussions over what to do next about Russia’s new attacks in Ukraine.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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As far as the lack of democratization, the current state of supply chains presents a high barrier to entry for small businesses who want to integrate with larger retailers or access global networks.—
Shekar Natarajan,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Use waterproof barriers, such as special ointments or creams, to protect the skin from direct contact with water.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
23 May 2025
Verb
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The veteran that was part of the Liberty’s core will miss the entire 2025 season due to a knee injury, leaving the squad without a starter who averaged 9.5 point per game on 45% shooting that also guarded the opposing team’s best perimeter option on some nights.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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The Wings, featuring nine new players after posting a 9-31 record in 2024, stayed even with the Lynx for much of the first half but fell behind during the third quarter, in which Collier and Courtney Williams combined for 33 points — their two-player actions proving impossible for Dallas to guard.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
Verb
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The book claims Biden was heavily shielded from senior officials, had his schedule shortened, and relied on teleprompters even during brief, off-camera remarks.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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Did his inner circle shield his true state from the public? REP.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2025
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With the average cost of a data breach now exceeding $4 million, safeguarding customer information is not just a precaution but a critical business mandate.—
Nitesh Mirchandani,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware, potentially accessing your private information, is to have antivirus software installed on all your devices.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2025
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“Fence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fence. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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