as in buffers
something that serves as a protective barrier
not wanting our brand-new cabin cruiser to get scratched, we put thick rubber fenders between it and the dock
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Recent Examples of fenders
Faux-chrome hubcaps and brick outlines resembling fenders decorate the building’s skin; those giant gargoyles on the corners are overscale replicas of radiator-cap hood ornaments.
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 27 Mar. 2026
Those sprawling fenders clear room for taller, wider tires, including meaty 345/25/ZR 21’s in back to improve traction and cornering grip.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
Rather than going with the traditional Grand Wagoneer woodgrain, Jeep overlaid a topographical design that runs from the front to the rear fenders.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
Another key feature are the hash marks, smaller stripes that were on the driver’s side front fenders on the C4.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 26 Mar. 2026
This set of plastic front and rear bike fenders has a universal fit that accommodates a variety of bikes.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
The rear rack is built for real cargo, and dual fenders protect against mud.
—New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 27 Mar. 2026
Those sprawling fenders clear room for taller, wider tires, including meaty 345/25/ZR 21’s in back to improve traction and cornering grip.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
Rather than going with the traditional Grand Wagoneer woodgrain, Jeep overlaid a topographical design that runs from the front to the rear fenders.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
Another key feature are the hash marks, smaller stripes that were on the driver’s side front fenders on the C4.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 26 Mar. 2026
This set of plastic front and rear bike fenders has a universal fit that accommodates a variety of bikes.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
The rear rack is built for real cargo, and dual fenders protect against mud.
—New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fenders
Noun
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Asian economies, which take the vast majority of the crude and LNG that passes through the Strait of Hormuz, were the first to reach for green buffers after the US and Israel began striking Iran.—
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Limited Financial Buffers The survey also sheds light on how limited many households’ financial buffers are.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Plus, despite pushing through crowds and navigating off slippery rides, the traction, wide platform, and foam bumpers on both sides of the heel kept her feet stable, preventing ankle rolls or excessive stress.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
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Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some protesters wearing shields and gas masks on the other side of a fence at the federal complex picked up the canisters and tossed them back at police.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Opening Day festivities in Cincinnati ended with a series of disturbances Thursday evening that prompted police armed with nonlethal shotguns, pepper spray and riot shields to shut down The Banks and send hundreds of revelers home early.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The mission was the 3rd in less than 30 hours for SpaceX among its 2 Florida and 1 California launch pads.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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Simply use the attached pre-cleaning brush to wipe off debris, then wipe with the carbon pads.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Trendy grey-style palette, colorful headboards and cushions and thick throws.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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It’s made with a beautiful and resilient Iroko wood frame, and water-repellant polyester cushions.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Fenders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fenders. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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