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as in custodian
a person or group that watches over someone or something
the state became his guardian when he was put into protective custody
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as in protector
someone that protects
the editor defended his newspaper's unrelenting exposure of government corruption, arguing that it is journalism's role to act as a guardian of democracy
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as in caregiver
a person who has responsibility for the care of another
when her parents died, her aunt became her legal guardian
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Recent Examples of guardian
All have since been discharged and their parents and guardians have been contacted by officers, Leicestershire Police said in a statement.
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Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 31 July 2025
Anyone with information that can help identify and locate the infant’s parents or guardians can contact the department or submit an anonymous tip by calling Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477) or by visiting crimeline.org, the release said.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 July 2025
For indirect tax departments—too often the behind-the-scenes guardians of confidential financial information—AI adoption guarantees faster compliance, cleaner audits and more intelligent document workflows.
—Gaurav Aggarwal, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
After giving birth to him, Joshua's biological mother listed Kym as the child's guardian.
—Emy Lacroix, People.com, 25 July 2025
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Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 31 July 2025
Anyone with information that can help identify and locate the infant’s parents or guardians can contact the department or submit an anonymous tip by calling Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477) or by visiting crimeline.org, the release said.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 July 2025
For indirect tax departments—too often the behind-the-scenes guardians of confidential financial information—AI adoption guarantees faster compliance, cleaner audits and more intelligent document workflows.
—Gaurav Aggarwal, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
After giving birth to him, Joshua's biological mother listed Kym as the child's guardian.
—Emy Lacroix, People.com, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guardian
Noun
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Our government is the custodian of public trust and taxpayer funds and we as citizens have every right to insist on transparency and accountability.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Aug. 2025
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As custodians of the ultimate game of failure, baseball people are wired to fear the worst possible outcomes.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Isabella’s a keeper with an assistant-manager title in the near future.—
Eddie Mouradian,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2025
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Callender was back in his usual role as Inter Miami’s starting keeper on Sunday night against Toronto FC at Chase Stadium.—
Andre Fernandez,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2025
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After Dobbins, Badie might be Denver’s best pass protector.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 Aug. 2025
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Strip off all bedding and mattress protectors to be washed.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
11 Aug. 2025
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As temperatures climb, professionals in emergency medicine and child injury prevention are urging caregivers to adopt simple, consistent habits that could mean the difference between life and death.—
Adrienne Farr,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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Provide employees paid family leave, childcare support and flexible scheduling to counteract the motherhood penalty and help caregivers maintain employment.—
Aisha Nyandoro,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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As a kid, Banham almost exclusively played point guard — a common trend among most guards in the pros.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Other exterior modifications, all of which have subtly been worked into the design, include side steps, grab handles to assist with entry and exit, mud flaps, a trunk liner, and a dog guard for the queen’s beloved pets.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
5 Aug. 2025
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Paul forms his team with the help of Caretaker (Chris Rock) and coach Scarborough (Reynolds), but must overcome the warden trying to fix the game while playing for personal redemption.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
30 July 2025
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The company was hired to provide operational support for the facility, including camp managers, wardens, corrections officers and other administrative staff.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
21 July 2025
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Fofana is arguably Chelsea’s most gifted defender, but the 24-year-old has also spent much of his time at Stamford Bridge on the sidelines.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
8 Aug. 2025
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America is Israel’s most important defender, ally and patron.—
Seth Lavin,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Parent, who was visiting the home’s caretaker, was shot to death.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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The vehicle was located later that morning by a local caretaker, Military Police told CNN Brazil.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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“Guardian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guardian. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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