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as in custodians
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 keepers
a person who takes care of a property sometimes for an absent owner
the guardians of the summer estate awaited the return of the tycoon
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as in defenders
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 caregivers
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 guardians
This winning series captures a row of poplar trees planted along the banks of the River Po in Italy, which are natural guardians against flooding, now standing immersed in perfectly still water beneath soft, diffused light.
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Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
After July 4, parents, guardians, grandparents and others can also contribute up to $5,000 a year.
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Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Parents and legal guardians must provide evidence of their five-year residency when purchasing licenses on behalf of a child under age 15, as well as the child’s birth certificate.
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Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
1 July 2026
But over time, and as reverence for the Revolutionary War generation grew, the political parties sought to prove themselves the truest guardians of the founding principles, transforming it from an argument for independence into a sacred document.
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Theodore R. Johnson,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
In May of last year, according to Heather and Cayden, Robert’s guardians kicked him and his younger sibling out of their home.
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David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
The irony is that in not trying to pass muster with more conservative theatergoers (and their fastidious institutional guardians), playwrights have been winning over not just critics but also formerly squeamish artistic directors and perennially nervous Broadway producers.
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Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Evacuees must provide proof of evacuation, and parents or guardians must remain with their children at all times.
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Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Instead, the decision is left to parents and guardians.
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Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
After July 4, parents, guardians, grandparents and others can also contribute up to $5,000 a year.
—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Parents and legal guardians must provide evidence of their five-year residency when purchasing licenses on behalf of a child under age 15, as well as the child’s birth certificate.
—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
1 July 2026
But over time, and as reverence for the Revolutionary War generation grew, the political parties sought to prove themselves the truest guardians of the founding principles, transforming it from an argument for independence into a sacred document.
—
Theodore R. Johnson,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
In May of last year, according to Heather and Cayden, Robert’s guardians kicked him and his younger sibling out of their home.
—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
The irony is that in not trying to pass muster with more conservative theatergoers (and their fastidious institutional guardians), playwrights have been winning over not just critics but also formerly squeamish artistic directors and perennially nervous Broadway producers.
—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Evacuees must provide proof of evacuation, and parents or guardians must remain with their children at all times.
—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Instead, the decision is left to parents and guardians.
—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guardians
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Williams has never lacked interpreters, custodians, handlers, or rescuers with pruning shears.
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Some custodians give checkbooks to IRA owners.
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Gill leads the keepers in defending the goal, followed by Gregor Kobel (Switzerland), Beiranvand, Diogo Costa (Portugal), Benjamin Asare (Ghana), Mostafa Shoubir (Egypt), Eloy Room (Curacao), Pickford, Vozinha, and Mohammed Alowais (Saudi Arabia).
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Born in a facility out West, Yonnie was about 3 months old when she and her companion bear, Kodiak, were flown to Charlotte to meet their new keepers, officials said.
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Galarza sent a cross to Enciso, who was unmarked by Germany's defenders and easily headed it past goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.
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The ringleader is Virgil van Dijk, one of the best defenders of his generation with Liverpool, who has captained the Oranje for a national record 72 appearances and represented the Dutch national team for a decade.
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For that reason, caregivers are encouraged to take precautions and have a safety plan in place.
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House Bill 256 expands rights and protections for foster parents, relative caregivers and fictive kin caregivers.
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The 2026 class has been considered one of the deepest and most talented in recent memory, headlined by a quartet of generational one-and-dones as well as explosive guards and elite veteran forwards.
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After the top four picks, the draft was considered wide open with a logjam of talented guards.
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And then every other day, caretakers distribute 60 bales of hay (at 100 pounds each) to the horses.
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Grief counseling services are being made available to trainers, caretakers, owners and other members of the backstretch community affected by incident, according to the association.
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Defense The primary reason the Lakers likely chose Kessler over offering a max deal to Detroit Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren is that Kessler is one of the NBA’s best rim protectors.
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Krypto is one of the protectors of the universe, like Sagittarius, which is why the Superdog is one of the most interesting stars of the movie.
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The juvenile bear’s wander across campus late Thursday and early Friday prompted an advisory to students and a search by UC Davis police and wardens from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as well as Yolo County Animal Control.
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The state wardens and other cops who knew and worked with Bob Markle weren’t just honoring his memory by attending his funeral.
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“Guardians.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guardians. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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