bulwarks

[US]/ˈbʌlˌwɔːrks/
[UK]/ˈbəlˌwɔːrkz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Defensive walls or structures, especially on a ship.; A strong support or protection.

Phrases & Collocations

moral bulwarks

bulwarks of democracy

bulwarks against tyranny

economic bulwarks

bulwarks of freedom

social bulwarks

bulwarks of justice

bulwarks of stability

cultural bulwarks

bulwarks of civilization

Example Sentences

the bulwarks of democracy must be protected at all costs.

education serves as one of the bulwarks against ignorance.

strong families are often seen as bulwarks of society.

the bulwarks of the city were built to withstand attacks.

community organizations act as bulwarks against social decay.

in times of crisis, trust can be a bulwark for relationships.

the bulwarks of tradition help to preserve cultural identity.

legal frameworks serve as bulwarks against injustice.

effective leadership can be a bulwark in turbulent times.

investing in infrastructure is a bulwark for future growth.

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