intrench

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It proceeded to intrench itself in political as well as in financial power.

From History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I Conditions in Settlement and Colonial Times by Gustavus, Myers

The prince intends to intrench himself at Suhovola or Yanov and receive battle.

From The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. by Sienkiewicz, Henryk

As they advanced the other brigades of Field’s division came up, were aligned before the enemy’s heavy massing forces, and ordered to intrench.

From From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America by Longstreet, James

I wish I could see them begin to intrench themselves, but there is no sign of it.

From Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand by Adams, H.C.

Orders were therefore issued, by the provincial commanders, that a detachment of a thousand men should intrench upon this height.

From The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 by Various