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fence

[fens] / fɛns /






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The two-year-old male, named Neukgu, burrowed under a fence at Daejeon O-World zoo and theme park in the central city of Daejeon on Wednesday, officials said.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

We just saw crows, loitering on fence posts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Much like Hogan’s mansion—which occupies three stories—the cottage property backs right onto the beach, with a charming white picket fence added to separate the dwelling from the publicly accessible area.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The wolf dug into the ground and damaged the zoo's installed fence before escaping, according to the fire official.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The hollers of those skinny orphans at the fence, with their hateful, mocking laughter, pounded in my ears.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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