as in protection
freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
the suspect refused to name his partners unless he was granted immunity
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Recent Examples of immunity
Reducing stress and improving air quality at home can also support your child’s overall health and immunity.
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Yolande Clark-Jackson, Parents, 23 May 2026
Then that agency decided, in another unusual move, to grant him immunity.
—Fatima Hussein, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Tempting people to quit an immunity challenge for a mystery vote steal advantage?
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
However, some with weakened immune systems or certain conditions may have their immunity wane over time.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 19 May 2026
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Yolande Clark-Jackson, Parents, 23 May 2026
Then that agency decided, in another unusual move, to grant him immunity.
—Fatima Hussein, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Tempting people to quit an immunity challenge for a mystery vote steal advantage?
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
However, some with weakened immune systems or certain conditions may have their immunity wane over time.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immunity
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
Noun
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The excess would use part of the lifetime estate and gift tax exemption amount, which will be $15 million in 2026.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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The bill would have given lengthy sales tax exemptions to data center developers that meet certain environmental and energy criteria, but would have imposed no regulations on developers who do not pursue the tax incentive.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
25 May 2026
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
Noun
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Plus, the adjustable back strap adds a little extra security for busy travel days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
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Productions rely on these outside contractors and vendors, gig workers, security, caterers, VFX houses, soundstage owners, below-the-line workers and more.—
Joseph M. Singer,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Demonstrators wore white hats at a massive march against violence and impunity in Mexico City a few weeks later.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Dalila Santiago, a close friend and leader in López’s movement, said after rampant impunity in the Honduras, Fúnez's detention came as a shock.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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“Immunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immunity. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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