as in buffer
something that serves as a protective barrier
not wanting our brand-new cabin cruiser to get scratched, we put thick rubber fenders between it and the dock
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Recent Examples of fender
The boldness starts up front with the vehicle’s shark-like front fascia and carries over to an ultra-aggressive aero package that includes a hood scoop, a copious amount of giant air intakes, and rear wings that come right off the rear fenders.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
But its look is skinnier as if it’s completed a fat-reducing, lean-is-mean diet and complemented its appearance with new attire like flared fenders.
—James Raia, The Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2024
Without the aggressive fender flares, side pipes, or roaring big-block exhaust, only an expert eye might differentiate a Tribute Series as something special on the road.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2024
Joe takes too long to drop a fender, but the docking is ultimately fine.
—Emma Soren, Vulture, 15 July 2024
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
But its look is skinnier as if it’s completed a fat-reducing, lean-is-mean diet and complemented its appearance with new attire like flared fenders.
—James Raia, The Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2024
Without the aggressive fender flares, side pipes, or roaring big-block exhaust, only an expert eye might differentiate a Tribute Series as something special on the road.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2024
Joe takes too long to drop a fender, but the docking is ultimately fine.
—Emma Soren, Vulture, 15 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fender
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Israel evacuated northern communities to create a security buffer instead of invading Lebanon to directly counter Hezbollah’s missile attacks, effectively allowing Hezbollah to continue its strikes.Amos Yadlin, Foreign Affairs, 17 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, married couples filing together got a $30,000 buffer.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Crucially, the rubber bumper that seemingly helped the Czech Cybertruck gain its IVA certificate might fail to pass muster in the UK.Carlton Reid, WIRED, 15 Dec. 2024
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Prior to Tuesday’s morning skate at Warrior Ice Arena, the top unit of Marchand, Pastrnak, Pavel Zacha, McAvoy and Elias Lindholm did some work on their own, with Lindholm ripping one-timers from the bumper spot.Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 3 Dec. 2024
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In general, a 2005 federal law shields gun manufacturers and dealers from liability from crimes committed with their products.Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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The New York Department of Financial Services for example, has transformed from a regulatory guardian to a corporate shield.Dave Catalfamo, New York Daily News, 19 Dec. 2024
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Instead, Blue Origin's launch team loaded cryogenic propellants into the New Glenn rocket on the launch pad, but stopped short of igniting the main engines.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
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The three-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom pad measured 4,072 square feet, with an additional 3,000 square feet of enviable outdoor space split across two floors.Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 19 Dec. 2024
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Other than some Ikea bookshelves, the only furniture was an old blue sectional couch that at times had Goldfish crackers wedged between the cushions.Sid Evans, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2024
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Make the event extra cozy by providing plenty of comfy bean bags and cushions for seating.Sherri Gordon, Parents, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fender. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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