gates

[geyts] / geɪts /

NOUN

movable barrier at entrance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bar door doorway exit fence port

STRONG

access conduit egress gateway issue lock opening passage portal portcullis slammer turnstile way weir

WEAK

revolving door

Example Sentences

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The big boys are likely to snap up Spirit’s planes, airport gates and other assets, and there will be less competition than if the merger had been allowed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Thousands of jubilant supporters celebrated at the gates of her house, where she addressed the crowd calling for unity in Myanmar.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

That would open up precious airport slots, gates and routes, and could create opportunities for other carriers to expand.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

After Saturday’s excitement with the festival evacuating attendees due to wind, things were still rocking before the gates even opened — though it was mostly caused by Mother Nature.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

I saw the gates of a royal palace swing open upon a future of my own.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck