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as in custodian
a person or group that watches over someone or something
the state became his guardian when he was put into protective custody
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as in protector
someone that protects
the editor defended his newspaper's unrelenting exposure of government corruption, arguing that it is journalism's role to act as a guardian of democracy
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as in caregiver
a person who has responsibility for the care of another
when her parents died, her aunt became her legal guardian
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Recent Examples of guardian
The popular Pennsylvania amusement venue said guests ages 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or other supervising adult during all operating hours, effective June 12.
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Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
Emily Duda Buckley of Oviedo, who has served as a children’s guardian and Marcus Hyatt, an attorney and former Orlando police officer, will face off in the GOP primary to take on Democratic educator Michelle DeJesus.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Robotic grid guardians Power utilities in southwestern China are using robotic snakes to inspect power lines, showcasing a new approach to infrastructure monitoring in environments where drones face limitations.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
Teens ages 13 to 17 can ride solo with an Uber Teen Account that must be set up and linked to an account owned by a parent or legal guardian.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
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Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
Emily Duda Buckley of Oviedo, who has served as a children’s guardian and Marcus Hyatt, an attorney and former Orlando police officer, will face off in the GOP primary to take on Democratic educator Michelle DeJesus.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Robotic grid guardians Power utilities in southwestern China are using robotic snakes to inspect power lines, showcasing a new approach to infrastructure monitoring in environments where drones face limitations.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
Teens ages 13 to 17 can ride solo with an Uber Teen Account that must be set up and linked to an account owned by a parent or legal guardian.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guardian
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In order to receive the tax advantages of a gold IRA, the IRS requires your precious metals to be held by a qualified custodian.—
Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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The college currently consists of 11 officers of arms, who undertake the genealogical research and act as custodians of the records.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2026
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England's Anthony Gordon had a beautiful straight shot at Ghana's goal in the 57th minute, which landed straight in the arms of keeper Benjamin Asare.—
Monica Alba,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
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After a lengthy weather delay, play finally resumed on the pitch, where Iraq made a costly mistake on a goal kick that the keeper was not prepared to handle, and Ousmane Dembele served an easy pass to Mbappe to set up his second goal of the evening.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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The free-agent market has one strong left tackle option available in Taylor Decker, who served as Stafford’s blindside protector on the Detroit Lions from 2016 to 2020.—
Nate Atkins,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
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Robinson is the Knicks’ top impending free agent, as his elite abilities as an offensive rebounder and rim protector make the backup center an important part of their roster.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
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Children whose parents or caregivers decline vaccination are particularly vulnerable.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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The rest of the money went to the addition of a pool heater at the Titusville YMCA Family Center, which will allow the pool to stay open year-round, providing swim lessons, family activities and programs for people living with Alzheimer's and their caregivers — no matter the season.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
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Los Angeles acquired guard Darius Garland in a trade last season, and there are rumors that Kawhi Leonard is on the trade block.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
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After the top four picks, the draft was considered wide open with a logjam of talented guards.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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His dad’s old cop buddy (Peter Outerbridge) just happens to be David’s prison warden.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
18 June 2026
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The photo pushes David—who has maintained his innocence all along—to escape from prison with the help of Philip Mackenzie (Peter Outerbridge), the prison warden and a longtime friend of his father who believes him, and Mackenzie’s son Adam (Jonathan Tucker), a police sargeant.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
18 June 2026
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In Wiggins, the Hawks add another solid defender on the wing.—
Lauren Williams,
AJC.com,
22 June 2026
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These are the words of Norway defender Leo Østigård who recently became a dad for the first time this week.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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The house caretaker was played by White, who died at age 99 in December 2021.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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And then every other day, caretakers distribute 60 bales of hay (at 100 pounds each) to the horses.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 June 2026
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“Guardian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guardian. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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