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escarpments
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a steep man-made slope in front of a fortification
- Soldiers defended the fort from behind the escarpment.
- The engineers built an escarpment to strengthen the castle walls.
- Attackers struggled to climb the fort's steep escarpment.
- The historic fort retains its original stone escarpment.
- A wooden palisade crowned the escarpment for added defense.
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a steep, high slope or cliff formed by erosion
- The Grand Canyon features a massive escarpment, revealing layers of geological history.
- The Niagara Escarpment extends across North America, influencing the landscape and ecology of the region.
- Hiking trails along the escarpment offered adventurous routes with breathtaking vistas.
- The escarpment acted as a natural barrier, protecting the valley below from strong winds.
- The escarpment created a dramatic backdrop for the waterfall, enhancing its scenic beauty.
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