as in fortress
a structure or place from which one can resist attack
defenders at the border fortifications preparing for an attack
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Recent Examples of fortification
But success is by no means assured, given Iran’s substantial investment in defensive fortifications, its commitment to the program, its redundant systems, and the intrinsic difficulty of Israel’s task.
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Richard Nephew, Foreign Affairs, 14 June 2025
Leo took great pains to prevent another such attack in the future, repairing damaged structures and building hundreds of new fortifications—including a wall protecting the Vatican hill.
—Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
The beach is situated along the Chesapeake Bay at the base of historic Fort Monroe, the largest masonry fortification in the U.S.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2025
Aerial pictures show the sophisticated ancient military fortifications, along with artifacts such as basins and pots.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2025
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Richard Nephew, Foreign Affairs, 14 June 2025
Leo took great pains to prevent another such attack in the future, repairing damaged structures and building hundreds of new fortifications—including a wall protecting the Vatican hill.
—Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
The beach is situated along the Chesapeake Bay at the base of historic Fort Monroe, the largest masonry fortification in the U.S.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2025
Aerial pictures show the sophisticated ancient military fortifications, along with artifacts such as basins and pots.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortification
Noun
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It was built as a fortress for weapons in the early 20th century.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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This nation was never meant to be a fortress of exclusion, but a sanctuary of inclusion.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
4 July 2025
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Broward County is the only solid Democratic stronghold in South Florida.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
22 July 2025
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The district covers all of the heavily Democratic Cincinnati and eastern Hamilton County suburbs but also includes the Republican stronghold of Warren County.—
Hailey Roden,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Built in the historic Walled City, this grand citadel is spread over 20 hectares, dating back to 1556 when it was spearheaded under the watchful eye of the Mughal Emperor, Akbar.—
Sonya Rehman,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Peru’s most famous archaeological site is Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca citadel built in the Andes Mountains in the 15th century.—
Ellen Wexler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 July 2025
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Consider San Francisco, a former bastion of the state’s far-left.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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In June, the U.N. said, more than 147,000 people fled their homes in the central region, once a bastion of safety for those trying to escape the horrors of the capital.—
Jacqueline Charles
July 11,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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Adorned with conch shells and a golden sun, the castle sets the tone for an epic beach day.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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Looking around and seeing all of our people, who have supported us through different eras of our lives, together at a 13th-century castle overlooking the Tuscan countryside is crazy!—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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Locations this year include a sacred mountain in Malawi; petroglyphs in South Korea; remains of a port and forts from 17th century Port Royal, Jamaica; a king's palaces in Germany; and a river canyon in Brazil noted for its biodiversity.—
James Doubek,
NPR,
18 July 2025
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Initially, the forts consisted of seven towers connected by steel walkways; now there are fewer of them, and the walkways are no longer safe.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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“Fortification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortification. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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