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
Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Hanging a bar of soap is the simplest method and is ideal for gardens with trees, shrubs, and fences.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
The course stretches four miles across Worthington Valley in Baltimore County, with 22 solid timber fences — some nearing five feet — spaced across open countryside.
—Michael Howes, Baltimore Sun, 25 Apr. 2026
San Francisco’s braintrust of John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan swung for the fences early and often, prioritizing raw athletic profiles and highly specific scheme fits over any traditional sense of value.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
The term 'hardscaping' covers any sort of structure in your outdoor space, from simple paths, driveways, patios, and fences, to standout elements like outdoor kitchens, water features, and gazebos.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Apex Pest Control said common carpenter bee nesting sites include wooden decks, railings and fences, as well as eaves, fascia boards and wooding siding.
—Sarah Linn
april 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The usually reliable Domingo, however, swings for the fences and hits a foul ball.
—Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Use fences and hedges to denote the garden's boundaries.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
Don’t doubt Riley and the Heat’s ability to swing for the fences.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Hanging a bar of soap is the simplest method and is ideal for gardens with trees, shrubs, and fences.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
The course stretches four miles across Worthington Valley in Baltimore County, with 22 solid timber fences — some nearing five feet — spaced across open countryside.
—Michael Howes, Baltimore Sun, 25 Apr. 2026
San Francisco’s braintrust of John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan swung for the fences early and often, prioritizing raw athletic profiles and highly specific scheme fits over any traditional sense of value.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
The term 'hardscaping' covers any sort of structure in your outdoor space, from simple paths, driveways, patios, and fences, to standout elements like outdoor kitchens, water features, and gazebos.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Apex Pest Control said common carpenter bee nesting sites include wooden decks, railings and fences, as well as eaves, fascia boards and wooding siding.
—Sarah Linn
april 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The usually reliable Domingo, however, swings for the fences and hits a foul ball.
—Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Use fences and hedges to denote the garden's boundaries.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fences
Noun
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Likewise, electrical conduits are hidden on the top of the beams and centered down the skylight to leave the focus on the old structure and new walls.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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Both rooms feature crown molding while the dining room also has walls with a shadow boxing detail.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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TRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray protects hair from heat damage caused by curling irons, flat irons and blow dryers.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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Ticket to Work protects beneficiaries during their transition.—
French Hill,
Baltimore Sun,
4 May 2026
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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.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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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
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He-Man is typically shown to be the alter ego of Prince Adam of the planet Eternia, who defends the secrets of Castle Grayskull, as well as the rest of Eternia, from the forces of the antagonist Skeletor.—
Sanat Pai RaikarAll,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
4 May 2026
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No side that defends this badly from front to back can hope for European qualification through the Premier League next season, and humiliation against Manchester City in the FA Cup final looks a far likelier outcome than a palate-cleansing triumph.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
4 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
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Protesters attempted to break through barricades and clashed with police as authorities detained some of the protesters.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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The curve of the land shields the coastline from a heavier swell from the Atlantic, so the water remains calm and clear for long stretches.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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Packing a tent, space blanket, tarp or lightweight shelter that shields you from the elements can help if severe weather occurs or your plan takes a turn.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The property got its start as a villa and still guards that intimate, private feel while providing thoughtful hotel amenities like a gym, a yoga deck, and in-room spa services.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
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Washington might consider restoring the Fulbright Program, and work on better coordination between the US State Department, which issues visas, and Homeland Security, which guards entry points.—
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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America’s 26th president also inspired the region’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park, which safeguards his modest log cabin and a pristine slice of the northern mixed grass prairie and many of the species Roosevelt would have encountered, including bison, prairie dogs and wild horses.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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By validating data authenticity, DNSSEC safeguards against attacks such as DNS spoofing and guarantees that users connect to the correct IP address.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 May 2026
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“Fences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fences. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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