as in wall
a tall, thick stone or dirt structure that is built around a castle, town, etc., to protect it from attacks
—usually plural
The city's ramparts crumbled long ago.
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Recent Examples of rampart
The buttery yellow ramparts encircling the center of Avignon stretch 2.6 miles and are notched with arrow slits and gaps for dumping boiling water or cooking oil on attackers below.
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Catherine Porter, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Thierry Teyssier re-envisaged the 200-year-old ochre kasbah and its rammed-earth ramparts to honor its Berber heritage with authenticity, elegance and an unrivaled romance.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
All three countries’ influences are reflected in its charming cobblestone streets, grand colonial buildings, churches and ancient ramparts.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Over the past six decades Lucca Comics & Games, which is held annually within the medieval ramparts of the Tuscan town of Lucca, has expanded exponentially to become the largest geek meet in Europe.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
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Catherine Porter, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Thierry Teyssier re-envisaged the 200-year-old ochre kasbah and its rammed-earth ramparts to honor its Berber heritage with authenticity, elegance and an unrivaled romance.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
All three countries’ influences are reflected in its charming cobblestone streets, grand colonial buildings, churches and ancient ramparts.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Over the past six decades Lucca Comics & Games, which is held annually within the medieval ramparts of the Tuscan town of Lucca, has expanded exponentially to become the largest geek meet in Europe.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rampart
Noun
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Once the lemon water has warmed, allow the mug to stand in the microwave for a few more minutes while the inside walls collect steam.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2025
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Similar to the Tate-LaBianca murders, the killers left disturbing messages written in blood on the walls.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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And then there's Musk's increasingly antagonistic attitude toward Ukraine, a country viewed by many Europeans as a bulwark against further Russian aggression.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
12 Mar. 2025
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With the Trump administration taking control of the CDC and other posts on the nation’s science bulwark, the consequences are getting worse.—
Adam Marcus,
The Atlantic,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2025
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Television images showed security officials trying to direct thousands of visitors around barricades in the temporary township set up in Prayagraj, close to the banks where three holy rivers meet.—
Reuters,
NBC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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But just tried to capitalize on that restart, trying to win the race and got shoved in the fence and the race car's destroyed.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
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There’s a heated exchange of words, then the officer grabs the coach by his collar and shoves him against a fence as children shout and adults rush in to stop the fight, which ends in a violent scrum on the turf.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
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In a chilling twist of fate, in the film’s first location — a zigzagging, vertical staircase aside a dam in Portugal — a close friend of the group experiences a horrifying accident, captured on camera, that underscores just how perilous Storror’s stunts really are.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
8 Mar. 2025
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The order was met with shock inside the US Army Corps branch that operates dams in California’s San Joaquin Valley, two people with knowledge of the matter said.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Moreover, less than 5% of Brazil’s Black population speaks English — meaning Black founders are typically up against a significant barrier to international opportunities.—
Angelica Mari,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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In addition to kojic acid, this Best of Beauty Award winner includes the brand's signature goat milk, which is rich in fatty acids that help moisturize and strengthen the skin barrier.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
12 Mar. 2025
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The lifelong motorcycle enthusiast showed Vanity Fair her lavender-colored Harley-Davidson decorated with white daisies on the fenders.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2025
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Riley Herbst: Faded Promise On Lap 33, Herbst pitted to address a left-front fender rub caused by contact with Connor Zilisch.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Historically, REITs have delivered competitive returns and serve as a good inflation hedge.—
Francis Gingras Roy,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Phone calls were made and shouts were heard over hedges as moms were informed their offspring would be dining abroad.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Rampart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rampart. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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