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Recent Examples of protected
Marzio G. Mian, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
The southern coast of Tenerife is a hotspot environment for the conservation of cetaceans in the wild, particularly within the protected Teno-Rasca Special Conservation Zone.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Clara Koh, Meta’s director of public policy for Southeast Asia, had cautioned in April that Malaysia's blanket under-16 ban could backfire by driving teenagers away from protected apps and into unregulated corners of the internet.
—ABC News, 1 June 2026
Clara Koh, Meta’s director of public policy for Southeast Asia, has cautioned that Malaysia’s under-16 ban could backfire by driving teenagers away from protected apps and into unregulated corners of the internet.
—Eileen Ng, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
An informed voter is a protected democracy.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Officials said the outreach will also include information about changes affecting certain non-citizens, including refugees, asylees and others with protected status.
—City News Service, Daily News, 1 May 2026
The extra height makes the space feel more protected and cozy.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
If your income comes primarily from protected sources like Social Security or disability benefits, a court judgment may pose little immediate threat.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
At the University of Connecticut, undocumented student advocacy includes a campus chapter of Connecticut Students for a Dream, as well as an undocumented advisory board whose online portal is password protected to safeguard student privacy.
—Valentina Toro, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
Federal authorities last year ordered the removal of herds from protected Indigenous territory on the world's largest river island, Bananal Island.
—ABC News, 19 June 2026
The species is protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.
—Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 19 June 2026
For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
European Union leaders have been unable to agree on setting up a back channel with Moscow to ensure that the bloc’s interests are protected should progress be made in negotiations to end Russia’s war on Ukraine, some of them said on Friday.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
Peak whale watching season is between July and October—but resident pods of dolphins and sea turtles live in the warm, protected waters year-round.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
For homeowners with newer equipment still protected by a manufacturer's warranty, additional home warranty coverage may offer limited value.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Adjective
And yet Sazan is also a protected area.
—Marzio G. Mian, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
The southern coast of Tenerife is a hotspot environment for the conservation of cetaceans in the wild, particularly within the protected Teno-Rasca Special Conservation Zone.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Clara Koh, Meta’s director of public policy for Southeast Asia, had cautioned in April that Malaysia's blanket under-16 ban could backfire by driving teenagers away from protected apps and into unregulated corners of the internet.
—ABC News, 1 June 2026
Clara Koh, Meta’s director of public policy for Southeast Asia, has cautioned that Malaysia’s under-16 ban could backfire by driving teenagers away from protected apps and into unregulated corners of the internet.
—Eileen Ng, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
An informed voter is a protected democracy.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Officials said the outreach will also include information about changes affecting certain non-citizens, including refugees, asylees and others with protected status.
—City News Service, Daily News, 1 May 2026
The extra height makes the space feel more protected and cozy.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
If your income comes primarily from protected sources like Social Security or disability benefits, a court judgment may pose little immediate threat.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
Historically, these barriers protected incumbents; technology replacement typically occurred only when a next-generation platform emerged, or when customers concluded that they were strategically committed to the wrong technology.
—Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
At the University of Connecticut, undocumented student advocacy includes a campus chapter of Connecticut Students for a Dream, as well as an undocumented advisory board whose online portal is password protected to safeguard student privacy.
—Valentina Toro, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
Federal authorities last year ordered the removal of herds from protected Indigenous territory on the world's largest river island, Bananal Island.
—ABC News, 19 June 2026
The species is protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.
—Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 19 June 2026
For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
European Union leaders have been unable to agree on setting up a back channel with Moscow to ensure that the bloc’s interests are protected should progress be made in negotiations to end Russia’s war on Ukraine, some of them said on Friday.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
Peak whale watching season is between July and October—but resident pods of dolphins and sea turtles live in the warm, protected waters year-round.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
For homeowners with newer equipment still protected by a manufacturer's warranty, additional home warranty coverage may offer limited value.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protected
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Speaking at Fortune’s Workforce Innovation Summit on Tuesday, the 31-year-old defended sweeping workforce cuts at Bolt—including a recent layoff affecting roughly 30% of employees—as well as his decision to eliminate the company’s HR team.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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As in traditional sieges, the focus is on the vulnerable flow of supplies rather than a defended position.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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More than 10,000 members of the NYPD safeguarded the route.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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Each generation inherits the task of shaping its own era, of guiding history to become a place where the dignity of every person is safeguarded, justice is promoted and fraternity is made possible.—
Pope Leo XIV,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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The pipe welding certificate program will focus on gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding and shielded metal arc welding, according to the ECC website.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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The team believes that the technology could become highly valuable in reactor research, post-irradiation examinations, and nuclear forensics investigations that involve shielded and hazardous materials.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Ever since they've been excited about the day, but understandably guarded.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Even so, Dreyer voices guarded optimism.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Claire Pease, 17, secured individual all-around gold, adding to her team gold.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Security at the Kansas City Fan Festival, being held on the grounds of the National World War I Museum and Memorial, is to include metal detectors, a secured perimeter, entrance with clear bags, and access to the festival using a mobile app.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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That Ukraine's future in NATO was secure.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Pew found about 7 in 10 adults (71%) said that the use of AI will make personal information less secure.—
Emily Guskin,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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“Protected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protected. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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