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
The rear fenders are muscular without being bulky, and the tail has a clean, modern appearance that avoids excessive ornamentation.
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Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The visible gap for the door mechanism running across the rear fenders is unfortunate, especially since more basic minivans showcase clean surfaces there.
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Tim Stevens,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
The hood, front fenders, front side spoilers, and rear wing are all made from the lightweight material.
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Utkarsh Sood
june 06,
New Atlas,
6 June 2026
Although all of the cars in the race had been pruned of windshield and fenders, even the exhaust system and muffler had been removed on these Fords so that four snub-nosed pipes jutted straight from the hood.
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Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
Another example is certain Volkswagen Beetles, where servicing the cooling system fan or air‑conditioning condenser requires removal of the bumper cover and both front fenders.
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Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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
Rather than going with the traditional Grand Wagoneer woodgrain, Jeep overlaid a topographical design that runs from the front to the rear fenders.
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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.
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Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The visible gap for the door mechanism running across the rear fenders is unfortunate, especially since more basic minivans showcase clean surfaces there.
—
Tim Stevens,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
The hood, front fenders, front side spoilers, and rear wing are all made from the lightweight material.
—
Utkarsh Sood
june 06,
New Atlas,
6 June 2026
Although all of the cars in the race had been pruned of windshield and fenders, even the exhaust system and muffler had been removed on these Fords so that four snub-nosed pipes jutted straight from the hood.
—
Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
Another example is certain Volkswagen Beetles, where servicing the cooling system fan or air‑conditioning condenser requires removal of the bumper cover and both front fenders.
—
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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.
—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
27 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fenders
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On the inbound side, buffers can be established for every raw material or raw material families.
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Land use is also more regulated and fragmented than in the 1930s, with programs that retire highly erodible land and encourage conservation buffers in vulnerable areas.
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From headlight housings and door trim to bumpers and exhaust tips, the polish doesn’t just work on chrome but also steel, copper, aluminum and brass.
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Delivery trucks, garbage workers, taxi drivers and honking motorists squeeze by parked cars on narrow side streets, sometimes ripping off side view mirrors or leaving scrapes on bumpers.
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Reflective, multilayer shields will block the most heat, and ones with a thicker foam core will work much better than thin ones.
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Security-camera footage filmed Harris and Perez getting out of their cars armed with their Glock service pistols and ballistic shields, the report states.
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Pre-soaked toner pads are infused with active ingredients to help smooth skin and enhance hydration, while the anti-aging moisturizer combines NAD+ and hyaluronic acid for a firmer, more radiant look.
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These toner pads are an integral part of my skincare wind down every evening.
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The teak build can withstand rainstorms and wine spills, while the acrylic cushions can be wiped clean.
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The 150-gallon storage box has a 660-pound weight capacity, and can hold patio cushions, sports equipment, pool supplies, and more.
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“Fenders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fenders. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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