| 1 | Here is a stronghold of republicanism. | |
| 2 | Our troops are driving toward the enemy stronghold. | |
| 3 | The defeat army slinked back to its stronghold in the mountain. | |
| 4 | A firm or secure position that provides a base for further advancement. | |
| 5 | The enemy besieged in a few strongholds capitulated on the condition that they would be granted to return home voluntarily. |