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walls

  • plural
    of wall.
    wall
    noun
    any of various permanent upright constructions having a length much greater than the thickness and presenting a continuous surface except where pierced by doors, windows, etc.: used for shelter, protection, or privacy, or to subdivide interior space, to support floors, roofs, or the like, to retain earth, to fence in an area, etc.
  • present tense form
    of wall (3rd person singular).
    wall
    noun
    any of various permanent upright constructions having a length much greater than the thickness and presenting a continuous surface except where pierced by doors, windows, etc.: used for shelter, protection, or privacy, or to subdivide interior space, to support floors, roofs, or the like, to retain earth, to fence in an area, etc.

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It also contributes to the normal functioning of blood vessel walls, which plays an important role in maintaining healthy blood pressure.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026

Now it’s just a question of whether they can breach the walls that two years ago seemed impossibly high.

From Slate ● Nov. 2, 2026

Its contemporary design is defined by glass walls boasting breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain, as the surrounding landscape creates a serene environment in every inch of the home.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026

Bank of America said in a report Friday that near-term maturity walls have risen sharply to the highest levels since 2013.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

Now we were crossing the Grote Markt, the walls of the great cathedral glowing a thousand shades of gray in the crystal light.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom