as in fortress
a structure or place from which one can resist attack
a massive stone citadel continues to command the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Recent Examples of citadel
The robots are planning to do reparations, Sasha 55 has a citadel named in her honor, and everyone (even Manny!) sends Belinda off as the queen of Earth.
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 12 Apr. 2025
After an introduction to this formula, the level opens up into a massive assault on a citadel where the gameplay styles are mixed together.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
Inspired by the Iwo Jima Memorial near Arlington National Cemetery, the monument depicts five Vietnamese soldiers raising a flag with the Quang Tri citadel wall and a pagoda serving as a backdrop.
—Heather McRea, Orange County Register, 24 Mar. 2025
The Syrian government moved military forces into the ancient citadel overlooking Palmyra.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 17 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 12 Apr. 2025
After an introduction to this formula, the level opens up into a massive assault on a citadel where the gameplay styles are mixed together.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
Inspired by the Iwo Jima Memorial near Arlington National Cemetery, the monument depicts five Vietnamese soldiers raising a flag with the Quang Tri citadel wall and a pagoda serving as a backdrop.
—Heather McRea, Orange County Register, 24 Mar. 2025
The Syrian government moved military forces into the ancient citadel overlooking Palmyra.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for citadel
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Its rich Moorish past has left behind landmarks like the Alcazaba, one of the largest Islamic fortresses in Spain.—
Carlsen Jes,
Travel + Leisure,
1 June 2025
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Spoiled views: Residents of a medieval fortress town in Greece are feuding over a plan to build a cable car to the peak, where a beautiful 12th-century church sits.—
Justin Porter,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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What followed D-Day? Despite securing a stronghold on the French coast on D-Day, the Allied forces faced the risk that German bombardment could push them back into the sea.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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And in an opposition stronghold, some ignored the boycott calls, saying that voting is their civic duty, while others saw the election as a chance to keep their local government under opposition control.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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While its craggy slopes may seem barren at first glance, the mountain is actually a bastion of Canarian biodiversity, with Teide violets, red bugloss and Tenerife lizards all calling the region home.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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And at the helm of this bastion of truth stands a man of vision, a man of class, of fortitude, secretary, doctor extravagant —Dr. Lonnie Bunch.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
11 May 2025
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The recent temporary deployment to Australia follows a Pentagon report on Chinese military power, which assessed that Beijing has expanded its ballistic missile force capable of striking U.S. military bases in Japan—including airfields lacking fortifications to protect aircraft.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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The castle-building mechanic is particularly praised for its flexibility, allowing players to design intricate fortifications that feel personal and functional.—
Jason Bennett,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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The former, with its iconic castles, characters, and warp pipe entrance, and the latter with dozens of dragons, three rides, and one amazing show do not disappoint.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
3 June 2025
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The castle had been the home to the Granthams since the show’s launch in 2011.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
2 June 2025
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The palisade walls and structural support beams that hold up the fort are made to look like wood but are constructed of concrete.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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Jaros provided vital cover for Liverpool when Alisson was injured between October and December, and No 2 goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher had to step in and hold the fort.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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“Citadel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/citadel. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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