GUARD AGAINST Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

guard (against)

verb

Definition of guard (against)

as in to watch out (for)

to be cautious of or on guard against unfortunately, you have to guard against theft while you're traveling

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notice

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As the story goes, in 2010, director Guillermo del Toro, who now has seven of his films on the Criterion Collection boutique label, was visiting the company and noticed a walk-in closet near the front doors.

— Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
Make the adjustment, give it a chance, and notice whether your day becomes easier to move through.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 13 Nov. 2026

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