fortress

Example Sentences

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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

When Everton said a tearful farewell to their atmospheric Goodison Park home after 133 years in the summer, hopes were high that Hill Dickinson Stadium could become the fortress fans dreamed of.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Masala, the analyst, said that Narva today resembled a "fortress."

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

The walls of Hob made a fortress some nights, rescuing them from the feuds and conspiracies.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead