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as in guardian
a person or group that watches over someone or something
checked in with the security guard at the gate
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as in defense
means or method of defending
the boxer's sparring partner managed to get a blow in under his left guard
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as in guide
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
the honor guards raised their sabers as the happy couple descended the church steps
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as in defender
someone that protects
a battalion of burly guards surrounding the celebrity
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as in to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
guard the quarterback so he doesn't get sacked
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as in to blockade
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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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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Recent Examples of guard
Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 2 May 2025
The news that Rubio was assuming another position, albeit temporarily, appeared to catch the State Department’s spokeswoman, Tammy Bruce, off guard during her press briefing.
—Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 1 May 2025
Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Secondly, most players, who are already guarded when talking to the media, become even more guarded.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Diggins, who plays guard for the WNBA team, married Smith in a Chicago ceremony in 2017.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 2 May 2025
The news that Rubio was assuming another position, albeit temporarily, appeared to catch the State Department’s spokeswoman, Tammy Bruce, off guard during her press briefing.
—Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 1 May 2025
Verb
We were headed to Tibet, a place where access is as guarded as its ancient treasures.
—Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Secondly, most players, who are already guarded when talking to the media, become even more guarded.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guard
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The district also has 14 area security managers and about 90 armed guardians, positions that didn’t exist prior to Stoneman Douglas.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
10 May 2025
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The hackers are now requesting additional ransoms from individual schools for this data, as one Toronto district outlined in a letter this week to parents and guardians.—
Emily Forlini,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2025
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The Seahawks can't let Barron's numbers and impressive tape convince them to take the Texas defensive back.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Other Republicans have been put on the defensive by the administration’s handling of the controversial case.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
23 Apr. 2025
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The door is lockable using a padlock or cable lock.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Leave the keys in a lock box or with your real estate agent to ensure a smooth transition.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2025
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This comes after the jury pool was narrowed to 45 candidates across three days of intense questioning from the prosecution, defense and Judge Arun Subramanian.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Pino’s defense attorney, Howard Srebnick, said the empty containers stemmed from five boats tied up that day on Elliott Key.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
9 May 2025
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The program dives into how gut health impacts mood, stress and mental clarity with an approachable guide for resetting your microbiome in just one week.—
Alexandra Pastore,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Azeem Khan,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Starting guard Andrew Nembhard grew as a perimeter defender this season and just did well against Damian Lillad (pre-injury) in the first round.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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From cutting off government contracts to raising questions about security clearances, the administration has sharpened its tools to challenge the legal industry’s influence — moves that critics call retaliatory and defenders describe as an overdue assertion of executive power.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
3 May 2025
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Mistakes can lead to taxes or penalties, so custodians play a key role in helping account holders stay on track.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Journalists should not be in a position to be asking for approval from hundreds of Colorado government custodians of public records.—
Jim Martin,
Denver Post,
1 May 2025
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Although the Trump administration may have good intentions in testing new vaccines for greater safety and transparency, the harm done by unintended consequences could be devastating.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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The chairs fully recline and can be locked in an upright or laid back position, ensuring safety and stability.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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“Guard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guard. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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