fortress

Example Sentences

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Dominating a sandy stretch of Qatar’s northern coast, Ras Laffan is a sprawling industrial fortress of pipes, flare stacks and loading berths built around the world’s largest artificial harbor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 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

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Emery has turned Villa Park into a fortress, with just one home league defeat in 2025, fewer than any other team.

From Barron's • Dec. 21, 2025

Capricorn’s village loomed over them like a fortress.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke