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as in defense
means or method of defending
this small umbrella is adequate protection in a sudden shower
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as in safety
the state of not being exposed to danger
the open boat offered no protection from the weather
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Recent Examples of protection
The question of whether AIs deserve legal rights and protections will be a mainstream societal and political debate.
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Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
They are used to protect anything that needs protection, and most can be moved around with relative ease.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The Knicks’ dice roll paid off, as Robinson emerged over the years as a foundational piece with his rim-protection and rebounding.
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Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
22 June 2026
As Ars reported last week, AMD stripped the protection, known as TSME, from consumer Ryzen processors.
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Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for protection
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
They are used to protect anything that needs protection, and most can be moved around with relative ease.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The Knicks’ dice roll paid off, as Robinson emerged over the years as a foundational piece with his rim-protection and rebounding.
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Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
22 June 2026
As Ars reported last week, AMD stripped the protection, known as TSME, from consumer Ryzen processors.
—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for protection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protection
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King’s attorney, Bill Mason, began his presentation by referencing Bosworth’s mentioning a defendant can’t be judged for not testifying in their own defense.
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While Thomas has had offensive struggles, his defense has never been a question.
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The 6-11, 237-pound senior center from Virginia could be worth a flier as an elite rim protector with a nearly 7-5 wingspan.
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The leader and protector of his kingdom, his character embodies this Fire sign in its most evolved form.
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Officials say the system prioritizes public safety by sending alerts to areas that could experience shaking, even if some people ultimately never feel it.
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The agency recently published a draft of a new plan to address the safety of train crossings in Missouri.
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Reducing capital would heighten risks for depositors and taxpayers in future financial crises, as robust capital buffers are essential safeguards.
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The group issued a point-by-point analysis of the memorandum, criticizing it for potentially freeing up tens of billions of dollars for Iran without putting sufficient safeguards to ensure the country won’t use the money to fund operations against the United States.
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Katherine was later reinstated as a co-guardian.
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Instead, the decision is left to parents and guardians.
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Harry has cited significant concerns for his family's safety, citing their lack of security on British soil as part of why the family had a falling out and a reason for not returning.
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The early stages are especially labor-intensive because there is so much more U-238 to strip away, said nuclear security specialist Sébastien Philippe at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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The seizures added up to about 420 grams of cocaine, $2,291 in cash, a rifle, four pistols, various magazines and ammunition, and digital scales and packaging materials believed to be used in narcotics distribution, the sheriff's office said.
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These attacks can strain traditional air defense systems, which usually depend on expensive interceptors and have limited ammunition.
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In Wiggins, the Hawks add another solid defender on the wing.
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These are the words of Norway defender Leo Østigård who recently became a dad for the first time this week.
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“Protection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protection. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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