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Definition of vaultnext
as in tomb
an underground burial chamber archaeologists were thrilled to discover an ancient vault that hadn't been looted by grave robbers

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vault

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noun (2)

as in leap
an act of leaping into the air a vault over the car's hood by the frightened deer

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verb

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Noun
The bank-like rear vault door and its multi-point locking system create a secure, breach-resistant barrier between the threats outside and the cozy safe house inside. New Atlas, 9 June 2026 This cheery summer flavor was first introduced to local freezer aisles in 2014, but went back into the Blue Bell flavor vault in 2017. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
Verb
After Obsession vaulted an unprecedented 39% upward in its second weekend in theaters, its box office dominance continued with a 14% jump in its third weekend in theaters. Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 By Carmen Reinicke and Subrat Patnaik, Bloomberg SpaceX shares jumped in their second day of trading, adding to gains following a blockbuster debut that instantly vaulted it into the ranks of the world’s most valuable public companies. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for vault
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vault
Noun
  • Sergei Diaghilev’s production of Cléopâtre for Les Ballets Russes from 1909 and Howard Carter’s discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922 fueled the beginning of the jeweler’s enchanting creations inspired by the lost civilization.
    Jill Newman, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
  • Before Wednesday's service, Pope Leo lit a candle and prayed at the tomb of Gaudí in the basilica's crypt.
    Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • For some, the leap never lands.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 June 2026
  • The job offer makes this program stand out Many job training programs ask people to take a leap of faith.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Bond puts increase in value when bond prices fall and interest rates rise, allowing investors to offset losses elsewhere in their portfolios if borrowing costs jump unexpectedly.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 23 June 2026
  • Indiana forward Myisha Hines-Allen jumped into the scrum.
    Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • The otherwise contemporary firm HOK’s interpretation features a row of square columns bookended by two bulky, mausoleum-like volumes — a kind of architectural equivalent to armored power shoulders.
    Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 12 June 2026
  • Stroll through the grounds for free and admire the intricate headstones and mausoleums.
    Krista Simmons, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Verb
  • Isaac Collins got the big hit, a two-run double that one-hopped the left-field wall.
    Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 20 June 2026
  • The carriage driver hopped off to take a photograph of the family near a fountain when the horse suddenly bolted.
    Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • Jeff lives in beautiful Bend, Oregon amid the ponderosa pines, classic muscle cars, a crypt of collector horror comics, and two loyal English Setters.
    Jeff Spry, Space.com, 15 June 2026
  • Physics Universal Love Language emerges from the crypt almost immediately.
    Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 15 June 2026

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“Vault.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vault. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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