- present tense form of gate (3rd person singular).
gates
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Behind guarded gates resembling an Indian maharajah's palace are hundreds of elephants and big cats, giraffes grazing in a mock savannah, and chimpanzees and orangutans swinging from ropes.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
All across town, they were behind drawn blinds and locked doors and padlocked gates.
From Slate ● Oct. 26, 2026
The bigger risk, to my mind, has been in taking the story outside the gates of Westish.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 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
Approaching the wrought-iron gates, we came across the relics of a strike.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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