strongholds

[US]/ˈstrɒŋhəʊldz/
[UK]/ˈstrɔːŋhoʊldz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.fortifications or military strongpoints; places that are well defended or supported; centers of influence or support for a cause; bases or headquarters

Phrases & Collocations

military strongholds

economic strongholds

cultural strongholds

political strongholds

strategic strongholds

historical strongholds

defensive strongholds

industrial strongholds

regional strongholds

urban strongholds

Example Sentences

the castle served as one of the strongest strongholds during the war.

they built strongholds to protect their territory from invaders.

strongholds can be found in various strategic locations.

the rebels fortified their strongholds to resist government forces.

in ancient times, strongholds were essential for defense.

the strongholds of the enemy were strategically targeted.

many strongholds fell to the advancing army.

strongholds often symbolize power and control.

throughout history, strongholds have played a crucial role in battles.

the strongholds were abandoned after the conflict ended.

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