as in guardian
someone that protects
the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector
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Recent Examples of protector
The 49ers can afford to pay $33 million in cash this season to a 38-year-old, 12-time blindside protector and run-game bulldozer.
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Cam Inman, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026
Old bed sheets are the perfect textile protectors, keeping your couch looking and smelling fresh for longer.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Due to be unveiled in 2028, the gardens are part of a transformation of 430 acres aimed at reconnecting visitors with nature and Ireland's indigenous heritage (the experience will channel the spirit of the Morrigan, the Celtic protector of the land).
—Grainne McBride, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Mar. 2026
Tiller also made an impact as a rim protector and grabbed four offensive rebounds.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
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Cam Inman, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026
Old bed sheets are the perfect textile protectors, keeping your couch looking and smelling fresh for longer.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Due to be unveiled in 2028, the gardens are part of a transformation of 430 acres aimed at reconnecting visitors with nature and Ireland's indigenous heritage (the experience will channel the spirit of the Morrigan, the Celtic protector of the land).
—Grainne McBride, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Mar. 2026
Tiller also made an impact as a rim protector and grabbed four offensive rebounds.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protector
Noun
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The roughly 93-square-mile base houses the 49th Wing, which supports national security work and includes combat-ready airmen and guardians, according to its website.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Parent voters must provide additional identification or documentation that establishes themselves as the parent, legal guardian or temporary custodian of a child enrolled in the school.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The closest Rockets defender, Reed Sheppard, could do nothing as James hammered another dunk.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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The 21-year-old defender has started in 23 of his 30 career appearances.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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The union represents more than 30,000 district employees, including teacher aides, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, computer techs, custodians and gardeners.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
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Parent voters must provide additional identification or documentation that establishes themselves as the parent, legal guardian or temporary custodian of a child enrolled in the school.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Home routers and mesh systems are critical to national security and consumer protection, and today’s decision is a step forward.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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The government offers no protection to these villagers.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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Continue reading … VETTING FAILURE — Far-left firebrand dodges questions over hiring bodyguard with criminal history.—
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FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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From one studio to another Norris made his film debut as an uncredited bodyguard in the 1968 movie The Wrecking Crew, which included a fight with Dean Martin.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Protector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protector. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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