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stanchion

noun

ˈstan-chən

Definition of stanchion

as in pilaster

an upright shaft that supports an overhead structure the stanchion of an arch

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Recent Examples of stanchion What impressed me was that without stanchions to direct the crowd, fans wove back and forth across the field, creating an orderly line without shoving or cutting. — Meredith Nierman, NPR, 17 July 2026 The image of Brooking’s shot lodged in the stanchion, and Moore’s delighted commentary, have never left me. — The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 18 June 2026 For example, the deck stanchions had to be reinforced to withstand the moments from a 24 m-tall cylinder in heavy wind. — Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026 Only the parents or guardians listed on the application will be allowed past the rope stanchions during the race. — Christine Smallwood, Harpers Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stanchion

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Ionic pilasters and a modern light fixture dress up the staircase.

— Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
The small saints on side pilasters were sold off on the antiques market.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

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Matsui, a pillar of the Democratic establishment, has touted her experience in the House and record of delivering federal funding to the region.

— Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
For families There’s a comprehensive Ritz Kids program built around four pillars—nature, exploration, culture, and environment—with eco-workshops, nature walks, and babysitting available.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026

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OutKick and Fox News Digital editors actually had to discuss what was OK to share in this column that would not stretch the boundary of good taste and editorial norms.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
McCormack rolled out floors made of limestone or granite, walls that were hand-plastered, and lighting that highlighted the grand room’s distinctive features, such as murals on high ceilings and grand columns.

— David Mack, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2026

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Something like that happened during the historic storm of late January 1983, which occurred during one of the strongest El Niños on record and battered the coast up and down California, damaging many piers.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
The pier-to-pier walk in Southern California’s South Bay was supported by boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard, celebrity TV host Brooke Burke, actor Nate Simon and baseball icons Chris Taylor, Kyle Karros and Jared Karros.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026

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