fortresses

Example Sentences

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Two medieval fortresses face each other across the Narva River, separating Estonia from Russia on Europe's eastern edge.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

The fortresses around the turquoise waters of Singapore’s only sand beaches are now abandoned, but a string of British officer’s barracks in the island’s lush interior have been put to new use.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025

Unlike the insular fortresses, core areas are connected to other parks, allowing herds to move naturally.

From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2024

Rather than create fortresses that inspire dread, many beloved grocery chains have fashioned their stores into attractive destinations where superfan customers spend significant time and money.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2023

Some have built fortresses; others have torn them down and destroyed them.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli