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as in defending
to drive danger or attack away from
guard the quarterback so he doesn't get sacked
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as in blockading
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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Recent Examples of guarding
Randy Jennings, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
The internet is obsessed with a giant dog trying to show his guarding skills against an unusual trespasser.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
Painful stiffness that varies dramatically in intensity based on stress levels, sleep quality or emotional state also suggests protective guarding.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
Gerald Imray, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Authorities in northeastern Congo have now banned funeral wakes and gatherings of more than 50 people, and armed soldiers and police are guarding some burials carried out by aid workers.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
Thunder big man Chet Holmgren (7-1, 208) spent some time guarding his rival, but Wembanyama had his way throughout the 122-115 double-overtime win.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 May 2026
In Ocean City, lifeguards start guarding beaches over the holiday weekend for the season.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 19 May 2026
These initiatives reflect the massive adoption of AI that should be accompanied by guarding the state residents against the serious risk of hallucination.
—Mohamed Suliman, Boston Herald, 15 May 2026
Let conversation improve the work instead of guarding it too tightly.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 10 May 2026
The former South Carolina standout handled the ball well and showcased her ability to attack the rim when a slower defender was guarding her.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 9 May 2026
Bartholomew was shot and killed inside Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital nearly two weeks ago while guarding a suspect.
—Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Noun
Carter’s 6-10 twin towers Jackson and junior Shaqere Kizzee clogged the middle defensively, forcing Kennedale to settle for 3-pointers or difficult jumpers against tight guarding.
—Randy Jennings, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
The internet is obsessed with a giant dog trying to show his guarding skills against an unusual trespasser.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
Painful stiffness that varies dramatically in intensity based on stress levels, sleep quality or emotional state also suggests protective guarding.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
Authorities in northeastern Congo have now banned funeral wakes and gatherings of more than 50 people, and soldiers and police are guarding some burials carried out by aid workers.
—Gerald Imray, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Authorities in northeastern Congo have now banned funeral wakes and gatherings of more than 50 people, and armed soldiers and police are guarding some burials carried out by aid workers.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
Thunder big man Chet Holmgren (7-1, 208) spent some time guarding his rival, but Wembanyama had his way throughout the 122-115 double-overtime win.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 May 2026
In Ocean City, lifeguards start guarding beaches over the holiday weekend for the season.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 19 May 2026
These initiatives reflect the massive adoption of AI that should be accompanied by guarding the state residents against the serious risk of hallucination.
—Mohamed Suliman, Boston Herald, 15 May 2026
Let conversation improve the work instead of guarding it too tightly.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 10 May 2026
The former South Carolina standout handled the ball well and showcased her ability to attack the rim when a slower defender was guarding her.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 9 May 2026
Bartholomew was shot and killed inside Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital nearly two weeks ago while guarding a suspect.
—Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guarding
Noun
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Even Donovan Mitchell’s 31-point performance wasn’t enough to keep Cleveland competitive as the Knicks’ defense smothered the Cavaliers’ perimeter attack for the fourth straight game.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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In Golden State’s two losses to Indiana and Chicago, the Valkyries struggled when defenses pressed up against their guards and forced them to take tough shots at the rim with the shot clock running down.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Here, our experts break down how to correctly use mothballs, the associated risks, and alternative solutions for protecting your fabrics.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
24 May 2026
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Even so, Republicans representing Alaska on Capitol Hill have advanced a measure nullifying a restrictive 2022 management plan for the reserve that environmentalists had championed as protecting caribou, birds and other wildlife.—
Jennifer A. Dlouhy,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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But Iran is blockading the flow of oil from the Persian Gulf to the rest of the world.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 May 2026
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Iran still has a chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway where a fifth of the world’s oil passed through before the war, and America is blockading Iranian ports.—
Sheikh Saaliq,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Up to $600 of cell phone protection against damage or theft.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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That leaves workers in a precarious position, unable to fully access labor protections or report workplace incidents without exposing their clients to prosecution.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
Verb
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Victor Wembanyama is making news these days as a third-year player who has led the San Antonio Spurs to a 2-2 series tie with the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference finals.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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The Western Conference Finals shifted back to Oklahoma City on Tuesday night, with the defending league champions pulling away in the second half for a 127-114 victory in Game 5.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
Verb
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After barricading himself in a home for over an hour Friday morning, Abugharbieh eventually surrendered to police wearing only a towel, as seen on aerial video of the incident.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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The 26-year-old former student surrendered Friday after barricading himself in his family home during a domestic violence call.—
Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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What kind of safeguarding was needed to protect the cast, especially her, from some of the heavier themes, such as drugs and death?—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2026
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Our Safer Sport department has embedded safeguarding and player care at the heart of the academy experience.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Patrick Gallagher, who earned the Navy Cross during the Vietnam War for heroically shielding his fellow Marines from a live grenade.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2026
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This is achieved by shielding the sensors from other magnetic fields.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Guarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guarding. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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