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fortress

[fawr-tris] / ˈfɔr trɪs /


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The island fortress entered American cultural lore after a 1962 escape by three inmates, which became an inspiration for the film "Escape from Alcatraz" starring Clint Eastwood.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

On Tuesday night, at the fortress of soccer giant Inter Milan, the Norwegians pulled off their most surprising victory yet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

Along with its embattled neighbour Kramatorsk, Slovyansk is designated as a "fortress city".

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

“The building is a fortress, it’s got thick concrete walls,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Like a fortress, it seemed designed to repel any attempt to get inside.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman




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