fortress

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

His social media feeds increasingly blur the line between governance, architecture and fortress fantasy: giant protective systems, controlled ceremonial spaces, triumphant crowds and heavily curated images of power.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

Now, of course, that’s a ridiculous premise because it suggests that people only come to the president, he never goes anywhere else, that he should be sequestered in this fortress.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

That is, Berkshire’s fortress balance sheet and its durable earnings make it more valuable in times of stress or chaos, since it can deploy capital when others are constrained.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Dominating a sandy stretch of Qatar’s northern coast, Ras Laffan is a sprawling industrial fortress of pipes, flare stacks and loading berths built around the world’s largest artificial harbor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The castle-like fortress stretched three whole city blocks along the summit of Dactyl Hill.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older