as in to defend
to drive danger or attack away from
the mother bear was just trying to protect her cubs
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Recent Examples of protect
Berries add fiber and antioxidants that help protect cells from damage linked to chronic disease.
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Lindsey Desoto,
Health,
24 June 2026
Simple food safety habits like proper handwashing, cooking, and food storage can help protect both individuals and communities from illness.
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Julie Scott,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2026
Since the spa soft-opened in January 2024, the team has aimed to maintain a cozy, eclectic ambiance and intentionally infuse homey touches in the space—from the small library of books in the lounge to the purposeful capacity limitations that ensure intimacy is protected.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.
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Ca Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
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Lindsey Desoto,
Health,
24 June 2026
Simple food safety habits like proper handwashing, cooking, and food storage can help protect both individuals and communities from illness.
—
Julie Scott,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2026
Since the spa soft-opened in January 2024, the team has aimed to maintain a cozy, eclectic ambiance and intentionally infuse homey touches in the space—from the small library of books in the lounge to the purposeful capacity limitations that ensure intimacy is protected.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.
—
Ca Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protect
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When the streamers come down, the felt lift goes with them, and what survives is a line in the budget defended by everyone who had a good time.
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Before the earthquakes, the government generally defended its national health system as robust, blaming shortcomings on sanctions imposed by the United States.
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Confirm details twice to safeguard your progress.
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These awards recognize areas that demonstrate exceptional management, as well as strong regulations that safeguard wildlife.
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Her sister lay on top of her to try to shield her from danger, Eixenberger said.
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Unlike some other luggage tags, this option only displays your name, keeping the rest of your information shielded from curious onlookers and potential thieves.
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Publicly, both players have been complimentary of one another, although Brooks didn’t hide his frustration on Monday when asked about guarding the two-time MVP.
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For most of my career, the loyalty industry treated data as an asset to be guarded and exported to specialists.
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“Protect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protect. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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