Usage
What else does vaulted mean? Vaulted can variously refer to an arched structure, the action of leaping over something, or when you place something in a secure chamber or box. In the massively popular online game Fortnite, vaulted is used to describe any weapons or items that have been removed from the game.
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Example Sentences
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In the U.S., diesel prices have vaulted to new records in the wake of the missile strikes that have crippled fuel-making facilities in the Middle East and Russia.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
The move, combined with switching off any effort on their 2025 car so as to be as well prepared as possible for this year's new rules, vaulted them towards the head of the midfield.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Thirty-foot glass doors open up onto the Trojans’ practice field from a 12,000-square-foot weight room with towering vaulted ceilings.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
Upon entering the home, guests are greeted with classic Hamptons charm and modern luxury, offering vaulted ceilings, five fireplaces, a sunken living room, formal dining room, and an expansive chef’s kitchen designed for entertaining.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026
We went into a bank and she stared up at the vaulted ceiling and described the octagonal patterns.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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