fortress
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“Beaufort” comes from the Old French of “beau fort” or “bel fort” for beautiful fortress.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
It was built as a fortress commanding views from high on the cliffs above the Litani river by the Crusaders some 900 years ago, and has been fought over many times since.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
"A fortress North America," he said, "is in everyone's interest."
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Drake’s always been a bully, throwing stones from his frigid fortress of solitude and hiding his hand in a diamond-encrusted glove he won at auction.
From Salon • May 21, 2026
Until now, the war’s battles had flowed around Verdun, bypassing the city and its fortress.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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