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
The fact that Christian didn’t pull the lines and fenders at night makes for an actual problem in the morning, which Christian doesn’t even realize until much later, after the guests have left.
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Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2025
Carrying game on a fender close to the hot engine is risky unless the weather is quite cold.
—Maurice H. Decker, Outdoor Life, 17 Sep. 2025
Wing-like daytime running lights run from the fenders inboard above slim headlights.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2025
When a crow flies into the pickup’s fender, Cal gets out and uses a rock to put the bird out of its misery.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
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Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2025
Carrying game on a fender close to the hot engine is risky unless the weather is quite cold.
—Maurice H. Decker, Outdoor Life, 17 Sep. 2025
Wing-like daytime running lights run from the fenders inboard above slim headlights.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2025
When a crow flies into the pickup’s fender, Cal gets out and uses a rock to put the bird out of its misery.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fender
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fender
Noun
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English became a buffer, a soft curtain between myself and the memories that threatened to undo me.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, the impact on rivers is shocking and experts are sounding the alarm on what this means for the region, a biodiversity hot spot and crucial climate change buffer.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Silverado is a single-cab truck with a steel front bumper.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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The Turismo measures 19 feet bumper to bumper, the Terreno measures 22 feet, and the Strada measures 24 feet.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For Dimon, bureaucracy is a reflex that creeps into any large institution and shields leaders from reality.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Rodriguez didn't name nuclear energy specifically, but advocated for businesses to invest in renewable energy as part of the data center boom, and Roys agreed the state should ensure companies invest in upgrades to the state's energy infrastructure and shield ratepayers from higher costs.—
Jessie Opoien,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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One-hand clips on the nursing bra give access when the other arm is holding a baby and adjustable pads help with changing coverage needs across the day.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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The extreme survival competition is returning to its Monday 8 PM slot, serving as a launch pad for Memory of a Killer.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The plush polyester is soft to the touch, adding a cozy layer of cushion to any mattress.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Nov. 2025
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Backpacks, purses, laptop bags, camera bags, seat cushions and fanny packs.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fender. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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