as in precaution
a measure taken to preclude loss or injury believes that a vigorously free press is one of our nation's most vital palladia against tyranny

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Recent Examples of palladium The second reference is rendered in 18-karat sand gold, the maison’s unique alloy consisting of gold, palladium, and copper (130,000 CHF). Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025 The second reference is rendered in 18-karat sand gold, the maison’s unique alloy consisting of gold, palladium, and copper (130,000 CHF). Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025 For years, the unit was busy investigating cases of people stealing catalytic converters from cars for their metal components like platinum, palladium and rhodium. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Feb. 2025 Gold is too soft to hold shape on its own and is often mixed with silver, zinc, palladium, nickel or copper. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for palladium
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precaution
Noun
  • Stay cool, drink plenty of fluids, check on relatives and neighbors, and take precautions when working or spending time outside.
    Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
  • That would explain the complete and utter disregard for the most basic standards, like taking precautions before construction and providing clean water and safe environments.
    Jay Reddick, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 May 2025

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“Palladium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palladium. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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