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fortress

[fawr-tris] / ˈfɔr trɪs /


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By rapidly distributing footage of troops entering the fortress, the military echoed a famous 1982 image showing then-defence minister Ariel Sharon and prime minister Menahem Begin at the same spot.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“Beaufort” comes from the Old French of “beau fort” or “bel fort” for beautiful fortress.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

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

“This time around, there’s an opportunity to really get to a fortress balance sheet,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“I hear you,” she said, and drew her legs in still closer to her, as a fortress draws up its bridge before the siege.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger




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