towered

British

/ ˈtaʊəd /

adjective

1. having a tower or towers
2. ( in combination )
  
  four-towered
  high-towered

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Joshua, meanwhile, who towered above Paul during Friday's event, warned he is ready to deliver an emphatic victory.

From Barron's • Nov. 21, 2025

On a recent morning at Philly Shipyard, a hulking “Goliath” crane towered over the site, sporting a fresh coat of Hanwha orange paint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

Netanyahu has towered over Israeli politics since he became the youngest prime minister in 1996 at age 46.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

Last time out, the stands that towered over the first tee in Rome proved too intimidating for the American players.

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025

Dad towered in my bedroom doorway, the family laptop in hand.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas

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