- present tense form of gate (3rd person singular).
gates
Example Sentences
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The recordings showed who was getting in and out of the cars, the routes taken and even the codes used to open gates or doors to military facilities.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
The gates of hell shall not prevail against the church, Jesus says in Matthew 16:18.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
Tucked behind private gates, the architectural residence combines modern design with an abundance of outdoor space, offering a secluded escape from the bustle of Los Angeles.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026
These channels act as microscopic gates in cell membranes and play an important role in electrical signaling.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
It wasn’t even the thick black metal gates.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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