as in wall
a physical object that blocks the way
there was a big barrier plastered with signs saying "Keep Out" around the trash compactor
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Recent Examples of barrier
Like skincare for your hair, squalane, hyaluronic acid, algae extract, and sea buckthorn provide lipid barrier boost, moisture retention, and essential fatty acids—all without using any heavy oils or other ingredients.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 22 May 2025
The aura is a hip, wide-open two-floor plan that breaks down traditional barriers, is inclusive and invites collaboration.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 21 May 2025
Stigma, barriers to access and lack of knowledge COVID-19 was part of what led Kate Weaver, now the executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s Charlotte chapter, to her organization.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2025
Some cities, such as San Francisco, are already taking this approach with the construction of flood barriers.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 22 May 2025
The aura is a hip, wide-open two-floor plan that breaks down traditional barriers, is inclusive and invites collaboration.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 21 May 2025
Stigma, barriers to access and lack of knowledge COVID-19 was part of what led Kate Weaver, now the executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s Charlotte chapter, to her organization.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2025
Some cities, such as San Francisco, are already taking this approach with the construction of flood barriers.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barrier
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Jewett added that the impact of the academies extends beyond the walls of high school, and includes building relationships between local business, parents and the broader community.—
Lena Miano,
Arkansas Online,
20 May 2025
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Soon thereafter, Smith’s art began disappearing from the walls of aging franchises — only to resurface on the underground market for thousands of dollars.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 May 2025
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Other reminders: ▪ Inspect your shutters, roof and fences in case repairs or replacements are needed.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Funding was raised to create two culvert tunnels with a concrete fence/wall on both sides.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Hundreds of fans had gathered outside the Miami team hotel behind police barricades on Monday night, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Argentine icon.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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In cross examination, Jackson asked about how the scene was not protected by either barricade or police presence.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
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The Times spoke to both sides, as well as multiple experts to better understand the high-stakes litigation, which faces obstacles but could shake up California’s home insurance industry.—
Laurence Darmiento,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Kennedy’s announcement does not broadly address healthy adults, but under the new FDA framework, healthy adults who wish to receive the fall COVID-19 vaccine will likely face obstacles.—
Libby Richards,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
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“Barrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrier. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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