as in walls
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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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 fences
Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2025
The applicant agreed to consider placing netting above the fences to prevent balls from reaching the roadway.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
Young feels within range for Eagles general manager Howie Roseman, who always swings for the fences.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Wildlife managers used tactics including drones, beanbags, diversionary feeding, deterrent fences and round-the-clock field presence, but the wolves persisted in killing cattle, the DFW said.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
In the yard, decorations include nooses, hanging bodies, guards in towers and barbed wire fences.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The images highlight several features of the property, including a boat cover, a canopy, two white fences, hurricane shutters, and rolling gates on both the left and right sides of the residence.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
In Tennessee, property owners are responsible for maintaining trees, shrubs, and fences on their property.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Oct. 2025
No fences separate the various properties, which are dotted with paths and parks that feature 100 mature trees that were either retained or relocated on the site.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
Sure, good fences make good neighbors.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2025
The applicant agreed to consider placing netting above the fences to prevent balls from reaching the roadway.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
Young feels within range for Eagles general manager Howie Roseman, who always swings for the fences.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Wildlife managers used tactics including drones, beanbags, diversionary feeding, deterrent fences and round-the-clock field presence, but the wolves persisted in killing cattle, the DFW said.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
In the yard, decorations include nooses, hanging bodies, guards in towers and barbed wire fences.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The images highlight several features of the property, including a boat cover, a canopy, two white fences, hurricane shutters, and rolling gates on both the left and right sides of the residence.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
In Tennessee, property owners are responsible for maintaining trees, shrubs, and fences on their property.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Oct. 2025
No fences separate the various properties, which are dotted with paths and parks that feature 100 mature trees that were either retained or relocated on the site.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fences
Noun
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The area increased to 80% by 2018, according to state media, after numerous buildings and city walls were restored, and 135 temporary structures inside the compound were torn down.—
Fred He,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Some critics called for more editorial discipline in the film, or found Lawrence’s onscreen spin cycle of anguish, which involves literally clawing her way up walls or flinging herself through glass doors, to be repetitive.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
5 Nov. 2025
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These comments are important because our government must place premium in creating a society that respects human lives, secures its borders and protects its citizens.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Spent foliage over the winter also protects the roots against cold.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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By targeting breeding grounds and establishing protective barriers, Hawx helps families reclaim their outdoor spaces.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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American Indian and Alaska Native elders face significant systemic barriers to accessing health and social support and have a lower life expectancy than all other populations in the United States.—
Holly J. McDede,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Today, almost no American politician, Democrat or Republican, defends the World Trade Organization.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Gina Knapp defends District 5 Gina Knapp will remain on the Blue Valley School Board after defending her seat from two challengers, including a Blue Valley parent who launched a last-minute write-in campaign.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
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Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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The deputy was seen on video struggling through makeshift barricades of mattresses and furniture before confronting Camacho, who was holding the boy in a chokehold with one hand while brandishing a knife in the other.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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But even incremental progress would mark a break from a status quo that shields the powerful while leaving the rest behind.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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One where exhaust and propellant residues react with ozone, thinning the layer that shields life below.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Kings guards Russell Westbrook and Zach LaVine and forward DeMar DeRozan were quick to come to Sabonis’ aid, stepping between the two players before the situation escalated.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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According to a team press release, Utah has cut floor-stretching center Mo Bamba plus guards Pedro Bradshaw and Sean East II, just days prior to the start of Utah's season.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Biotech safeguards our national security by bolstering agriculture and energy production and protecting us from pandemics and bioterrorism.—
Sen. Todd Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Building a Cloud Security Strategy Building a cloud security framework that not only safeguards data but also enables an IT team to keep an eye out for potential threats is necessary to meet today's requirements.—
Jason Phillips,
jsonline.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Fences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fences. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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