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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Bill Gates acknowledged as much while he and Jobs were locked in a legal fight over who deserved credit for the Windows and Macintosh displays.

From Los Angeles Times

Finding a catchy name that would capture the spirit of the show was key and Bravo executives didn’t feel “Behind the Gates” delivered on that.

From Los Angeles Times

In his October memo, “Three Tough Truths About Climate,” Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates capitulates, admitting, “It will not lead to humanity’s demise.”

From The Wall Street Journal

A key adviser to Bill Gates passed along information about biotech startups his billionaire boss was investing in.

From The Wall Street Journal

He joined the Obama administration as a White House fellow and assistant to Defense Secretary Robert Gates.

From The Wall Street Journal