as in tombs
an underground burial chamber
archaeologists were thrilled to discover an ancient vault that hadn't been looted by grave robbers
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Recent Examples of vaults
Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Some gold ETFs directly invest in bullion kept in vaults, while others invest in shares of mining companies that tend to follow the price of gold while also being swayed by the companies' management decisions, efficiency and financials.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 17 June 2026
For almost the entire film, our view of the interplanetary visitors is confined to low-resolution, black-and-white video from the ‘70s on monitor banks, previously locked away in the WARDEX vaults.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Out of an abundance of caution, both master passwords and the contents of any of the recovered Dashlane vaults should be changed immediately to reduce the chance, however unlikely, that the attackers succeed in breaking the master password.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 4 June 2026
The Mercantile vaults held silver heirlooms for families off to Bar Harbor in the summer.
—Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 4 Jan. 2025
Also in the top 10 of the latest Billboard 200 chart, Frank Sinatra scores his first top 10-charting in over a decade, as his holiday compilation Ultimate Christmas vaults 17-10.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2024
In addition, things like VR technology, open and closed high-density portals, thermal nuclear energy, vaults, variable gravity, use of laser technology, and being tech-savvy are celebrated.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Keep what assets remain, hold onto the UFAs and see if there’s a post-Olympics surge with this group that vaults them back into the postseason once again.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
But what vaults it into classic territory is the film’s message of resilience and love.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025
Patriots are legit-scorchin’ on a seven-game win streak as blossoming star QB Drake Maye climbs in league MVP odds and Mike Vrabel vaults to lead in Coach of the Year derby.
—Greg Cote
november 12, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2025
Noun
On Piazza del Parlamento, right across from Italy’s political center, a former Bank of Italy building has swapped its vaults and boardrooms for marble bathrooms, gourmet meals, and an underground spa.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Some gold ETFs directly invest in bullion kept in vaults, while others invest in shares of mining companies that tend to follow the price of gold while also being swayed by the companies' management decisions, efficiency and financials.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 17 June 2026
For almost the entire film, our view of the interplanetary visitors is confined to low-resolution, black-and-white video from the ‘70s on monitor banks, previously locked away in the WARDEX vaults.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Out of an abundance of caution, both master passwords and the contents of any of the recovered Dashlane vaults should be changed immediately to reduce the chance, however unlikely, that the attackers succeed in breaking the master password.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 4 June 2026
The Mercantile vaults held silver heirlooms for families off to Bar Harbor in the summer.
—Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 4 Jan. 2025
Also in the top 10 of the latest Billboard 200 chart, Frank Sinatra scores his first top 10-charting in over a decade, as his holiday compilation Ultimate Christmas vaults 17-10.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2024
In addition, things like VR technology, open and closed high-density portals, thermal nuclear energy, vaults, variable gravity, use of laser technology, and being tech-savvy are celebrated.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
His addition vaults them near, if not back to, the top of the AFC after a surprise Super Bowl run last season.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Keep what assets remain, hold onto the UFAs and see if there’s a post-Olympics surge with this group that vaults them back into the postseason once again.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
But what vaults it into classic territory is the film’s message of resilience and love.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025
Patriots are legit-scorchin’ on a seven-game win streak as blossoming star QB Drake Maye climbs in league MVP odds and Mike Vrabel vaults to lead in Coach of the Year derby.
—Greg Cote
november 12, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vaults
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The Drenthepad covers roughly 340 kilometers (211 miles) across the unspoiled Dutch province of Drenthe, passing megalithic tombs, heathlands, forests and small villages, and crossing three national parks.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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The route passes megalithic tombs, heathlands, forests and small villages, and crosses three different national parks along the way.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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But these chips steadily improved, year after year, often by huge leaps and bounds.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
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Like it or not, some of the biggest leaps in exploration have historically depended on the wealthy patrons willing to fund them.—
Dea Jusufi,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Then the price jumps to $25 a month or $20 a month for an annual subscription.—
Christine Haughney Dare-Bryan,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Known for twisty, psychological thrillers with dark themes, tragedies, time jumps and lightning-fast pacing, Coben's books and shows have captivated audiences for years.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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The monastery includes a massive network of underground catacombs, which contain the bodies of early Slavic saints, and is one of the most sacred locations in Eastern Orthodox Christianity and a symbol of the country’s cultural and spiritual heritage.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
15 June 2026
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Don't let the name Wind Cave National Park lull you into thinking only of the dark and mysterious catacombs of the cave.—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
14 May 2026
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With a maximum cruise speed of 126 mph and a 60-mile range, the five-seater is designed for brief hops from airports to urban centers or for short regional travel.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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His long jumps changed to short, high hops.—
Fred Bear,
Outdoor Life,
11 June 2026
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After Wally springs her from the Shaw's clutches, the group manages to lure the couple and some of their lackeys into the makeshift particle accelerator trap that former engineer Sam built out of old cathode-ray tube TVs.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
21 May 2026
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The third position toggles Bluetooth pairing mode, and the toggle promptly springs back to the On position after selecting this mode.—
Mark Knapp,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
Noun
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One captures a white concrete community mausoleum, its crypts often empty, like absent teeth cavities, its coffins stolen presumably for anything valuable inside.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
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In Culiacan, in neighboring Sinaloa state, home to a cartel of the same name, there is a cemetery known for its luxury crypts and mausoleums for one-time kingpins like Ignacio Coronel — an old associate of El Mencho — and Arturo Beltrán Leyva.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Stroll through the grounds for free and admire the intricate headstones and mausoleums.—
Krista Simmons,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Ahmad Al Faqi Al Mahdi pleaded guilty and was convicted in 2016 for destroying historic mausoleums in Timbuktu.—
Molly Quell,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Vaults.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vaults. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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