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
But now, with the NCAA having mostly abandoned those ramparts of the debate, these same athletes became an inconvenience to resolving three antitrust cases that have threatened the future of its commercial enterprise.
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Perhaps halfway up to the crest which forms the ramparts of the Mule Shoe was a jutting bastion of orange-colored rock.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
The 18th-century ramparts encircling the city are free to climb and boast dramatic ocean views.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Perhaps halfway up to the crest which forms the ramparts of the Mule Shoe was a jutting bastion of orange-colored rock.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
The 18th-century ramparts encircling the city are free to climb and boast dramatic ocean views.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rampart
Noun
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Rossano’s new takeout joint, adorned with ocean-blue and yellow-tiled walls, will have an order window and (for now) eight pies fired in Moretti Forni deck ovens.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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The firm isn’t afraid to add dramatic touches such as bold accent walls and sculptural lighting.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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Moderates, or at least traditionalists like John Thune, have been the bulwark against efforts to pack the Supreme Court, ignore the Senate parliamentarian, or change the filibuster.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
7 July 2025
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In theory, the power is intended to be a final bulwark against injustice or overly harsh punishment.—
Brett Kelman,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2025
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As the crowd of protesters surged forward, some pushed against a police barricade that blocked them from Pastor Terry Jones, O'Reilly motioned with his hands for the crowd to move back, pleading with them to keep the peace.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Freep.com,
3 July 2025
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The 24 Hours of Le Mans race is nearly halfway through, and fans are late-night snacking, snoozing in their sleeping bags, or pressed up against the fence to watch the cars zip by.—
Kristin Shaw,
ArsTechnica,
10 July 2025
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There are likely some teams on the fence, like the Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox, who would trade expiring veterans for a pitcher like Miller.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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Ingram dam, before and after Camp Mystic, before and after — USA TODAY contributed to this report.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
9 July 2025
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There may be dams built to block it temporarily, but over time, cracks begin to form, and water starts enlarging those cracks until the dam collapses.—
Ali Farahmand,
IndieWire,
8 July 2025
Noun
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This interpretation aligns with the ADA’s broader purpose, which is to eliminate barriers that prevent full and equal participation in everyday life.—
Dekel Skoop,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Cities in eastern Contra Costa County, including Antioch and Pittsburg, are expected to break the 100-degree barrier on Thursday and then perhaps again on Friday, while Concord is expected to peak at 99 on Friday.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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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,
New Atlas,
6 July 2025
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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
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That’s in part because major pro-Israel political donors in New York are considering how best to keep Mamdani from winning the general election in November — chief among them hedge funder Bill Ackman.—
Ron Kampeas,
Sun Sentinel,
2 July 2025
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Real estate, especially multifamily and industrial assets, may provide a reliable hedge.—
Ellie Perlman,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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“Rampart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rampart. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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