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
Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
The memo warns that surviving operators relocated mirror servers and sensitive data to civilian infrastructure, including basements in central Caracas and the heavily fortified vaults of the Central Bank of Venezuela.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
The first floor unfolds into expansive formal rooms, former dining and sitting areas, a kitchen awaiting reconstruction, a library, sunroom, tearoom, den, vaults and multiple fireplaces.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Pham responded by investing in additional security cameras, alarms and vaults.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
For one thing, the 35mm anamorphic (widescreen) film found in the vaults did not have an attached soundtrack, because the sound is recorded separately.
—John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 16 Feb. 2026
The rooms also functioned as high security storage vaults for identity papers and mission reports of MI5 and MI6 agents.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
Biles was very similar in gymnastics, especially on her vaults.
—Zack Pierce, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
For premium cheeses, cheese vaults are a specialized option.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
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
Why the price of gold is so high Gold prices typically rise when the stock market is lagging, as investors seek stability in a metal that largely sits unused in government vaults around the world, including Kentucky's Fort Knox.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
The memo warns that surviving operators relocated mirror servers and sensitive data to civilian infrastructure, including basements in central Caracas and the heavily fortified vaults of the Central Bank of Venezuela.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
The first floor unfolds into expansive formal rooms, former dining and sitting areas, a kitchen awaiting reconstruction, a library, sunroom, tearoom, den, vaults and multiple fireplaces.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Pham responded by investing in additional security cameras, alarms and vaults.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
For one thing, the 35mm anamorphic (widescreen) film found in the vaults did not have an attached soundtrack, because the sound is recorded separately.
—John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 16 Feb. 2026
The rooms also functioned as high security storage vaults for identity papers and mission reports of MI5 and MI6 agents.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
Biles was very similar in gymnastics, especially on her vaults.
—Zack Pierce, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
For premium cheeses, cheese vaults are a specialized option.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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Pinkston player Larry Fite (01) jumps to block a shot during a Kimball High School versus Pinkston High School boys basketball playoff game at the Ellis Davis Field House in Dallas, Texas, on Mar 6, 2026.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The opera ends with Akhnaten’s son, presumably Tutankhamun, restoring polytheism, and then, once the staging jumps millennia into the future, it’s rediscovered by modern-day tourists.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Lancaster guard Journee Hampton (12), left, leaps to take possession of a loose ball during first half action against Austin Westlake.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Then Shep leaps into bed with Austen, practically spooning him and draping his legs over the big muppet.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2026
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Isabelle hops, arms splayed upward, hits the water, and swims to Mom.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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The man inside the trash can hops over the edge and hits the ground running, and the footage shows a police officer chasing after him around the corner and down the street.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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From the word, springs the deed.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
26 Feb. 2026
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When the Pacers shut that down, Harper immediately springs into action to get the ball instead.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Vaults.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vaults. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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