Definitions

gates

[geyts] / geɪts /

NOUN

movable barrier at entrance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bar door doorway exit fence port

STRONG

access conduit egress gateway issue lock opening passage portal portcullis slammer turnstile way weir

WEAK

revolving door

Example Sentences

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CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to the Cuban capital in mid-May, and last week representatives of the US and Cuban militaries met at the gates of the US military base at Guantanamo Bay.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

In addition, Michael Jordan’s storied Chicago mansion, complete with personalized gates bearing his jersey number “23,” was finally sold in 2024 for only $9.5 million, after 13 years and multiple relistings, down from $29 million.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

The story, they kept saying, was not supposed to be about Andy Kim, or pepper balls, or the spectacle outside the gates.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

"If something happens to my reindeer, like them getting out, it's going to be heartbreaking for me," he said of the risk of gates being left open.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

After her successful mission, he joined the lead vehicle as American tanks roared toward the gates.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly