walled

Example Sentences

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The dig revealed a walled complex that had remained largely undisturbed since Roman times.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The work will see a staircase tower rebuilt, a large fireplace in the kitchen strengthened, and repairs carried out in the walled garden.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Beyond security concerns, authoritarian leaders often house senior officials on military bases or within walled compounds as a way of minimizing the possibility of a coup.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

The 100-odd surviving islanders were herded into a walled village.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

“A walled city for the king of Bright Moonlight, the Vast Wall for the emperor,” Yishan said in a mocking tone.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin