as in buffer
something that serves as a protective barrier
not wanting our brand-new cabin cruiser to get scratched, we put thick rubber fenders between it and the dock
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Recent Examples of fender
Another example is certain Volkswagen Beetles, where servicing the cooling system fan or air‑conditioning condenser requires removal of the bumper cover and both front fenders.
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Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
The fine doubles if the passenger is allowed to ride on the hood, fender, or in the trunk.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Greg Simms said, as a unique squiggle of metal off the end of the back fender was noted.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
There also appeared to be red paint on the car’s right front fender consistent with the paint on Mikhail’s bike, the affidavit said.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
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Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
The fine doubles if the passenger is allowed to ride on the hood, fender, or in the trunk.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Greg Simms said, as a unique squiggle of metal off the end of the back fender was noted.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
There also appeared to be red paint on the car’s right front fender consistent with the paint on Mikhail’s bike, the affidavit said.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fender
Noun
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Better lighting, a cleaner surface, or one practical buffer could keep minor hassles from running the day.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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To reach the number of valid signatures a candidate needs a hefty buffer.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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Heated Rivalry streamer Crave has picked up the format for French Canada and will make a bumper 10 x 60-minute version of the show that sees celebrities push giant balls across various terrains.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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The bumpers have been reworked, and the D-pad is more responsive as well, with a new dome beneath for more tactile feedback.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
1 June 2026
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The latest the series can end is June 17; the shield stopping him from answering questions — not just about his past, but his present and future — is likely to stay in place.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Sherrill cited public safety concerns after officials reported protesters had set tires and chairs on fire, thrown makeshift projectiles and weaponized police shields.—
Nicole Acevedo,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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Others pushed back and argued the blue object was simply Clark's bench seat pad, not some AI glitch.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Despite the fact it was built in 2024, the couple still wanted the floor plan and interior design of their new pad to be completely reconfigured.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
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The frame has a straight silhouette that cradles supportive bolsters and back cushions that practically beg for a Netflix marathon.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
4 June 2026
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Canton scored twice in the top of the second to tie it at 2-2, but a Bulldogs dropped pop up helped King Philip retake the lead in the inning’s bottom half, and Cady’s two-out single later in the frame gave the Warriors a 5-2 cushion.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
4 June 2026
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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fender. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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