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
Lunch salads from the organic garden and thali suppers are served in surprising nooks: in the garden, under a lush canopy of vines, or on a rounded rampart.
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Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
Since the trial began, the Amazons have ventured out about three times a week to paste messages on both sides of the ramparts, but mostly concentrating on the intra-muros area near the courthouse.
—Catherine Porter, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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.
—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
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Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
Since the trial began, the Amazons have ventured out about three times a week to paste messages on both sides of the ramparts, but mostly concentrating on the intra-muros area near the courthouse.
—Catherine Porter, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rampart
Noun
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Jewett added that the impact of the academies extends beyond the walls of high school, and includes building relationships between local business, parents and the broader community.—
Lena Miano,
Arkansas Online,
20 May 2025
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The impressive figure seems to emerge from the wall of the conference room at Montresor Wine Shop.—
Elisabetta Tosi,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Just being able to pay regular salaries to soldiers, police, and teachers would provide a bulwark against chaos.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2025
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Trump’s firing of Perlmutter — which the White House has yet to comment on or give its justification for — thus removed a key bulwark for content companies.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Hundreds of fans had gathered outside the Miami team hotel behind police barricades on Monday night, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Argentine icon.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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In cross examination, Jackson asked about how the scene was not protected by either barricade or police presence.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Other reminders: ▪ Inspect your shutters, roof and fences in case repairs or replacements are needed.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Funding was raised to create two culvert tunnels with a concrete fence/wall on both sides.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Controlled by the dam, the river flows anywhere from 2,000 to 10,000 cubic feet per second.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
23 May 2025
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Chinese products including cars and appliances have filled markets in the region, and Chinese investments have funded bridges, dams and ports.—
Chris Buckley,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
Noun
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As far as the lack of democratization, the current state of supply chains presents a high barrier to entry for small businesses who want to integrate with larger retailers or access global networks.—
Shekar Natarajan,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Use waterproof barriers, such as special ointments or creams, to protect the skin from direct contact with water.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
23 May 2025
Noun
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The Icons Collection medallion is mounted on the rear fender, while each bike's unique serial number is engraved on a commemorative tank console inlay.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 May 2025
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Photo : Mercedes-Benz AG The color Race Gold festoons the outline of the radiator grille and front fenders, among other elements of the car.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
4 May 2025
Noun
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It can be utilized as a low hedge to border an herb garden and also performs well as a container subject.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
15 May 2025
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The rose is pollinator-friendly and will do well as a hedge, border, or in a larger container.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 May 2025
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“Rampart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rampart. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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