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Vocabulary Entry
stronghold
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A place that provides a secure position or refuge.
Example Sentences
"The castle served as a stronghold during the war."
"They built a stronghold in the mountains to protect themselves."
"The city became known as a stronghold of culture and learning."
V
verb
To secure or fortify a place.
Example Sentences
"The army aimed to stronghold their position against the enemy."
"He wanted to stronghold his interests in the company."
"They worked to stronghold the defenses before the storm hit."