1
as in defense
means or method of defending
measures taken to beef up our national security
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2
as in guarantee
something given or held to assure that the giver will keep a promise
their house will serve as security for the loan
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as in safety
the state of not being exposed to danger
after the burglaries, police presence in the neighborhood was enhanced to give residents a stronger sense of security
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Recent Examples of security
If a brain chip helps someone control a robotic hand, a wheelchair or a communication device, a security failure could affect far more than privacy.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Patrick Eddington, a senior fellow in homeland security and civil liberties at the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank, says giving police this capability magnifies its potential problems.
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Meg Anderson,
NPR,
19 June 2026
Even the $625 million in federal security funding meant to backstop the cities was still being lobbied for late in the process, and, averaged across 11 hosts, wouldn’t come close to covering the bills.
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Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
As part of the FCC process, the transaction is being reviewed by the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector, which analyzes potential national security and law enforcement risks.
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Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
19 June 2026
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Patrick Eddington, a senior fellow in homeland security and civil liberties at the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank, says giving police this capability magnifies its potential problems.
—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
19 June 2026
Even the $625 million in federal security funding meant to backstop the cities was still being lobbied for late in the process, and, averaged across 11 hosts, wouldn’t come close to covering the bills.
—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
As part of the FCC process, the transaction is being reviewed by the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector, which analyzes potential national security and law enforcement risks.
—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for security
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King’s attorney, Bill Mason, began his presentation by referencing Bosworth’s mentioning a defendant can’t be judged for not testifying in their own defense.
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While Thomas has had offensive struggles, his defense has never been a question.
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Restore notes prices vary by studio, so that figure is an example, not a guarantee.
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Still, the formula should be viewed as a guide rather than a guarantee.
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Officials say the system prioritizes public safety by sending alerts to areas that could experience shaking, even if some people ultimately never feel it.
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The agency recently published a draft of a new plan to address the safety of train crossings in Missouri.
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The state expansion also means protection for the rare riparian forest.
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.
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Various countries are deploying rescue teams to Venezuela and pledges of foreign aid are pouring in after twin earthquakes destroyed neighborhoods and devastated communities.
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The administration's pledge has already run into a competing account from Tehran.
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The seizures added up to about 420 grams of cocaine, $2,291 in cash, a rifle, four pistols, various magazines and ammunition, and digital scales and packaging materials believed to be used in narcotics distribution, the sheriff's office said.
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These attacks can strain traditional air defense systems, which usually depend on expensive interceptors and have limited ammunition.
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Reducing capital would heighten risks for depositors and taxpayers in future financial crises, as robust capital buffers are essential safeguards.
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The group issued a point-by-point analysis of the memorandum, criticizing it for potentially freeing up tens of billions of dollars for Iran without putting sufficient safeguards to ensure the country won’t use the money to fund operations against the United States.
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Reflective, multilayer shields will block the most heat, and ones with a thicker foam core will work much better than thin ones.
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The federal program, established by Congress in 1990, shields immigrants from countries in turmoil from deportation.
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“Security.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/security. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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