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 left front fender had been wiped clean At this point, per procedure, the New Canaan police called in the Major Crimes Unit of the Connecticut State Police, which had been created to work on just such cases.
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Rich Cohen, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Front and rear lighting are included for daytime visibility in traffic or after-dark riding, and there's a full fender above each wheel.
—New Atlas, 6 July 2025
Loughran described over-cab lights, regular headlights as well as plow lights that jutted out over the fenders of the vehicle.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 4 June 2025
In protest, the Snake Pit crowd broke antennas and smashed fenders on police cars, leading police to resort to tear gas.
—Shari Rudavsky, IndyStar, 23 May 2025
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Rich Cohen, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Front and rear lighting are included for daytime visibility in traffic or after-dark riding, and there's a full fender above each wheel.
—New Atlas, 6 July 2025
Loughran described over-cab lights, regular headlights as well as plow lights that jutted out over the fenders of the vehicle.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 4 June 2025
In protest, the Snake Pit crowd broke antennas and smashed fenders on police cars, leading police to resort to tear gas.
—Shari Rudavsky, IndyStar, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for fender
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fender
Noun
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Some private-security agencies would endeavour to secure the suites on either side of the one that their VIP will be using to act as buffers, but this is a FIFA event, so the governing body has more control.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Lacking the financial buffer most for-profit startups have, they are forced to remain lean and centered.—
Raviraj Hegde,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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As an existing player, Yamal is automatically registered, but his bumper salary means there is less space to fit in others.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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There’s an authoritative front grille and bumper, and revised rear tail lights.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The shell is made of ultra-durable and scratch-resistant polycarbonate that keeps the suitcase light (just over six pounds) despite providing a tough shield for your belongings.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The challenge was depositing a uniform layer of gold on a curved shield.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Players warming up without certain pads or helmets.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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For a reusable alternative to pads, consider period underwear.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
17 July 2025
Noun
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Give your arches a little cushion with a ballet flat sneaker like the ones below.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
23 July 2025
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For cozy seating, shop this oversized accent chair that has a 360-degree swivel and plush foam and spring cushions.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fender. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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