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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
Ukraine has been pressing for security guarantees from the West to prevent Russia from invading its territory again.
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Katie Marie Davies, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Small described Southern Skates as a safe space for kids, with Dallas police providing security during events.
—Aria Jones, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
The post-World War II coalition has been bolstering security in Denmark, a NATO member, by positioning European troops from Germany and France in Greenland in recent days.
—Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 16 Jan. 2026
Trump has said the U.S. needs Greenland for national security reasons.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2026
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Katie Marie Davies, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Small described Southern Skates as a safe space for kids, with Dallas police providing security during events.
—Aria Jones, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
The post-World War II coalition has been bolstering security in Denmark, a NATO member, by positioning European troops from Germany and France in Greenland in recent days.
—Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 16 Jan. 2026
Trump has said the U.S. needs Greenland for national security reasons.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for security
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In defense of the project, the developers say low-income housing is greatly needed in Placer County, and the population boom would support growth for local businesses.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Celtics opened with one of their most dominant quarters of the season, outscoring the Blazers 32-11 through balanced offense and smothering defense.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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Drone racing hasn’t really gained mass appeal, even with human pilots, so there’s no guarantee the AI Grand Prix will be a hit with spectators during a race in Ohio later this year.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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But the battle begins anew every fall, and there are no guarantees for even the best teams, with only 17 shots to rack up wins or losses.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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My immediate reaction was to run close to the section to aid in the protection and safety of my father and mother, who was with me.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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An Expert Podcast - Hua invites experts onto his podcast to have longer-form conversations on key EQ topics like EQ and AI, psychological safety, emotion regulation, and how EQ can help drive sales.—
Kevin Kruse,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Free-solo climber Alex Honnold was reportedly paid about $500,000 to climb the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes or protection, an act that carried a nontrivial risk of death.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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These plans are not insurance, and therefore not subject to the Affordable Care Act's rules or protections, says Joann Volk, a professor at Georgetown University who studies private insurance markets.—
Mahsa Saeidi,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Belle Ratliff, senior F/P Ratliff, a UTEP pledge, has a 6-foot-2 frame.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Jan. 2026
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Gerstner joins billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio of Bridgewater Associates and Michael Dell, founder and CEO of Dell Technologies, and his wife, Susan, who previously announced pledges.—
Jessica Dickler,Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2026
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According to Safavi, Ebrahimi was shot with live ammunition by Iran’s security forces during protests against the clerical regime.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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No one’s private health records should be turned into political ammunition — especially children.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Each reduces internal noise and safeguards clear thinking when the stakes are high.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The two safeguards are often in tension with one another, with different factions disputing which takes priority.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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As an Earth-orbiting spacecraft descends, temperatures of up to 3,500°F bloom across the heat shield at the bottom of the capsule.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
29 Jan. 2026
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Or the good swarm comes to your aid and serves as your shield and protector.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Security.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/security. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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