wall

[wawl] / wɔl /

NOUN

obstruction, divider

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bar barricade barrier block dam embankment facade fence screen side surface

STRONG

bank blockade bulwark curb enclosure fortification hindrance hurdle impediment levee limitation palisade panel paneling parapet partition rampart restriction retainer roadblock stockade stop

Antonyms

WEAK

door opening window

Example Sentences

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Pickering: The writing is on the wall that U.S. energy companies are going to spend more money when the near-term volatility comes down.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Because these brands are throwing things at the wall to see what sticks, they often fail to account for how much value a disciplined diner can actually extract from these deals.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

For the prime minister, his back against the wall.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

They pivoted from shooting solely on location in Greece to filming some parts in L. A. in front of an LED wall.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

But now, as it thundered over a sheer wall of rock, it was appalling in its fury.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

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