barrier

Example Sentences

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But they were eventually contained by a large barrier of police and stewards, and their anger turned to delight and disbelief when the penalty was saved after the game restarted.

From Barron's

At Shadwell, the resemblance between the Hollywood star on the walls and the then station assistant behind the barrier was impossible for commuters to ignore.

From BBC

There's also a review of his security when he's in the UK, which could resolve another barrier to Harry's visits.

From BBC

The 19-year-old Canadian, who holds the world record of 4:23.65, cracked the 4:30 barrier in the event for the 11th time.

From Barron's

Her horse finished 10th out of 12, but a barrier had come down.

From The Wall Street Journal