as in fences
a physical object that blocks the way
there was a big barrier plastered with signs saying "Keep Out" around the trash compactor
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Recent Examples of barriers
Meanwhile, to eliminate moisture penetration and reduce the risk of mold, one of the main barriers to commercial adoption, the team also integrated a mineral top layer to the boards.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2025
At a meeting in Geneva in May, the two sides announced a 90-day truce, lowered tariff rates and eased other trade barriers including deliveries of Chinese rare earth minerals.
—John Ruwitch, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The economic reality Unlike previous generations who could reasonably expect homeownership and financial security through steady employment, younger workers face structural barriers that have fundamentally altered career prospects.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Officers escorted Castrodelrio to outside the barriers and unplugged his amplification device, according to the report.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
In a separate vote, members decided not to suggest that states require a prescription for the COVID-19 vaccine, with many members saying this would create unnecessary barriers.
—Sony Salzman, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2025
We are honored to bring world-class performing arts to our region and work to break down barriers so more people can enjoy them.
—Dan Stoltz, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
According to its website, Optum works with local communities to remove barriers and provide equal access to quality care.
—Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Trial-size packaging lowers entry barriers in premium categories.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2025
At a meeting in Geneva in May, the two sides announced a 90-day truce, lowered tariff rates and eased other trade barriers including deliveries of Chinese rare earth minerals.
—John Ruwitch, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The economic reality Unlike previous generations who could reasonably expect homeownership and financial security through steady employment, younger workers face structural barriers that have fundamentally altered career prospects.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Officers escorted Castrodelrio to outside the barriers and unplugged his amplification device, according to the report.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
In a separate vote, members decided not to suggest that states require a prescription for the COVID-19 vaccine, with many members saying this would create unnecessary barriers.
—Sony Salzman, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2025
We are honored to bring world-class performing arts to our region and work to break down barriers so more people can enjoy them.
—Dan Stoltz, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
According to its website, Optum works with local communities to remove barriers and provide equal access to quality care.
—Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Trial-size packaging lowers entry barriers in premium categories.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for barriers
Noun
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Footage of the protests showed Ecuadorians clashing with police forces in the capital city of Quito on Tuesday as protesters dismantled fences and barriers while police fired tear gas in the streets.—
Caitlin McFall,
FOXNews.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The trees not only provide shade for the coffee but also medicine, firewood, and animal fodder, and act as live fences for livestock.—
Marianne Krasny,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And with the President safely ensconced behind the castle walls, the royal charm offensive has begun in earnest.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Launched in 2024 by Sol and Jennia Fredrique Aponte, the summit was born from a desire to create a space where artists of color can thrive beyond traditional gallery walls.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Sep. 2025
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As the crowd approached the Parliament, barricades stood firm.—
Sonal Nain,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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In its latest publication, the lobby representing over 1,600 member companies put forward 1,141 recommendations to Chinese policymakers, aimed at smoothing over various obstacles faced by European firms in the country.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
17 Sep. 2025
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But just as emerging concerns around hallucinations, data privacy and copyright have put up barriers to generative AI that some organizations have found insurmountable, agents have their own set of obstacles.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Barriers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barriers. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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