as in wary
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
a guarded man who knew better than to reveal such delicate information guarded actions
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as in protected
to drive danger or attack away from
guard the quarterback so he doesn't get sacked
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as in blockaded
to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point
a fire-breathing dragon guarded the entrance to the castle
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Recent Examples of guarded
Emma Fraser and Sophie Brookover, Town & Country, 21 Dec. 2022
The guarded and pessimistic mood that results from this oppression permeates this melodrama, all the way down to its muted color palette.
—Katie Rife, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2022
John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Although Taylor Swift famously bares her soul in her songwriting, she's historically been guarded about her personal life.
—Janey Tracey, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
After his relationship with Jan (Amy Ryan) ended dramatically, Charles (Steve Martin) is even more guarded with his heart in season two.
—Emma Fraser and Sophie Brookover, Town & Country, 21 Dec. 2022
The guarded and pessimistic mood that results from this oppression permeates this melodrama, all the way down to its muted color palette.
—Katie Rife, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2022
Verb
Getting to the scene is difficult as the road to the church has been closed and guarded around the clock.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Although Taylor Swift famously bares her soul in her songwriting, she's historically been guarded about her personal life.
—Janey Tracey, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guarded
Adjective
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The producer is wary, however, of the current financial and sociopolitical moment in Europe and the rest of the world.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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Film distributors and foreign TV networks are increasingly wary of buying Israeli shows.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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If your Wi-Fi is protected by a weak password or uses outdated encryption, a skilled attacker might gain access without ever stepping inside your house.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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Of course, Nix never has to worry about the pain his defensive teammates can inflict, protected in practice by the strict don’t-touch-the-QB edict.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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Israel has blockaded the water around Gaza, preventing boats and ships from delivering humanitarian aid.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
9 Oct. 2025
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As the attack unfolded, congregants blockaded themselves inside the synagogue, keeping Al-Shamie outside.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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However, owners should also be cautious of potential dangers and hazards of outdoor adventures, as this pet parent learned from the dog's frightful fall.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Hiring has ground to nearly a halt, which could partly reflect a more cautious approach by many firms in the wake of the uncertainty created by the higher tariffs.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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The late actress also linked to the interview in the post, in which Allen defended himself against Dylan and Mia’s accusations.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police, usually a critic of the leadership at the sheriff’s office, defended that agency and the district attorney’s office in a statement Friday.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Oct. 2025
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The shooter, identified as 27-year-old Mason Triana, was known to police and lived in the house where he was barricaded, Miami Police Chief Manny Morales said.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
9 Oct. 2025
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City Hall in downtown Los Angeles was evacuated Friday afternoon after a man allegedly drove onto a sidewalk and crashed into steps in front of the building, and barricaded himself inside his vehicle.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Oct. 2025
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Integrating such a messy light source into a silicon photonics chip required careful engineering.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Oct. 2025
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Once sensitive information is shared, it must be carefully safeguarded.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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This ensures our culture is safeguarded despite the climate crisis, and is accessible to all Tuvaluans at home and abroad.—
Feleti Penitala Teo,
Time,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Guarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guarded. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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