flanked

The fine gateway of the castle is flanked by two squat towers.

It was flanked by a river, upon the opposite bank of which rose a gentle mountain.

He was followed by two young women, who flanked him by a pace or so to the rear.

For days and days they flanked the safari before venturing to approach.

Once over this and into the guard-house, and we can never be flanked, whatever else betide.

He was flanked by marble pillars, thrusting towards a high-domed ceiling.

Lane was flanked; in uproar and confusion the grey gave way.

He was received by Jackson, the butler; and Jackson was flanked by two footmen.

It was flanked by two other strong forts; from which, however, it was divided by a ravine.

Flanked by guards, they went down a corridor which stretched on interminably.