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as in fortress
a structure or place from which one can resist attack
the implacable attackers placed the castle under a prolonged siege
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as in mansion
a large impressive residence
the mining tycoon built a magnificent castle on the hill overlooking the town
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Recent Examples of castle
The resort's location is a perfect jumping off point for exploring Bavaria’s beautiful lakes, small towns, and castles.
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Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
However, the beautiful shot is destroyed when Stitch comes stomping and smashing the castle away.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately, a fire took the castle in 1942, but the ruins (overlooking a lake) are what make Ha Ha Tonka a truly unique state park today.
—Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
The Colosseum Trail features a 150-foot-deep sinkhole along with a natural bridge that was once used as a passageway to the castle.
—Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
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Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
However, the beautiful shot is destroyed when Stitch comes stomping and smashing the castle away.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately, a fire took the castle in 1942, but the ruins (overlooking a lake) are what make Ha Ha Tonka a truly unique state park today.
—Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
The Colosseum Trail features a 150-foot-deep sinkhole along with a natural bridge that was once used as a passageway to the castle.
—Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for castle
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This means turning Ukraine into a defensive fortress with German arms and money.—
David McWilliams,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
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But the Romans eventually built up Vindobona into a full-scale military fortress—and perhaps this first-century battle was the catalyst.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Victorian mansion turned hotel in East Nashville opened its doors to guests in 2016, each of its eight suites singular in style.—
Eva Fedderly,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
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Democrats are expected to hold onto the governor’s mansion in the blue stronghold state next year.—
Julia Mueller,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2025
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Introduced through mosquitoes that first reached the island in the 1800s, climate change has now ushered these deadly vessels of destruction into the bird’s last stronghold.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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What To Know The Houthis say the U.S. military campaign, aimed at their stronghold in Sana'a and other parts of Yemen, has not deterred their military capacities and attacks.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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When drafting rooms, players are also creating new pathways to further explore the manor.—
Diego Argüello,
Rolling Stone,
12 Apr. 2025
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Each room, aside from its distinct properties, also serves as a block on a grid — essentially the blueprint of the entire manor.—
Diego Argüello,
Rolling Stone,
12 Apr. 2025
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The Syrian government moved military forces into the ancient citadel overlooking Palmyra.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
17 Apr. 2025
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Archaeologists believe the Incan citadel was built in the 1420s and abandoned sometime in the mid 1500s, around the time Spanish conquistadors invaded the Inca Empire.—
Hannah Edgar,
ARTnews.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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The hacienda-style home is swathed in vines and surrounded by immaculate landscaping with native plants and blooming, vibrant flowers.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Or, upgrade to expansive suites, haciendas, or villas with sweeping views of the Sea of Cortez, infinity-edge hot tubs, or private plunge pools.—
Emily Hochberg,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Dec. 2024
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The countryside is dotted with ancient fortifications built by the Cathars, a semi-Christian sect that flourished here in the 12th century.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
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The Japanese then planned to construct a chain of island fortifications across the Pacific that would dissuade a U.S. counteroffensive and force an early settlement on Japanese terms.—
Stephen Biddle,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Mar. 2025
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The palace continues to exercise caution around her schedule, announcing her appearances closer to the time and emphasizing that her recovery remains her top priority.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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After lunch, wind your way to Dar El Bacha, the former palace of Thami el Glaoui, the Pasha of Marrakesh in the early 20th century.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Castle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/castle. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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