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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
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.
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Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2026
Furthermore, 87 percent of growers employ integrated pest management (IPM), monitoring pests and prioritizing non-chemical methods to reduce the use of plant protection products while still shielding crops.
—Sj Studio, Footwear News, 6 Apr. 2026
In response to these discoveries, a two-week training program on Silk Road archaeology has been established, aimed at promoting the protection and transmission of Silk Road cultural heritage, as concluded by The Global Times.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Consumer protection laws are meant to ensure that the agreements are fair, limiting excessive discretionary power.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
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Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2026
Furthermore, 87 percent of growers employ integrated pest management (IPM), monitoring pests and prioritizing non-chemical methods to reduce the use of plant protection products while still shielding crops.
—Sj Studio, Footwear News, 6 Apr. 2026
In response to these discoveries, a two-week training program on Silk Road archaeology has been established, aimed at promoting the protection and transmission of Silk Road cultural heritage, as concluded by The Global Times.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Consumer protection laws are meant to ensure that the agreements are fair, limiting excessive discretionary power.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protection
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The All-Big 12 defense guard has been a key cog the last two seasons for the Horned Frogs as one of the best defenders in the country.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Apr. 2026
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Amir Levy/Getty Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia all activated their air defense systems to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones, as Tehran kept up the pressure on its Gulf neighbors.—
Lucia I Suarez Sang,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Disney+) Lunella Lafayette (voiced by Diamond White), a genius teen and protector of her New York City neighborhood, takes on the challenges of superhero life alongside her massive partner, Devil Dinosaur (Fred Tatasciore).—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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At only 6-foot-4, White is the NBA’s shortest rim-protector, someone who the Celtics have used in a new way this season — and with roaring success.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Other times, the likes of junior safety Kyle Hall has gotten the defense riled up after batting down a ball that was basically in Wagner’s hands.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Apr. 2026
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All terrain wheels and five point safety harnesses, combining easy maneuverability with safety and stability for everyday use.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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In San Jose, AFSCME Local 101 and IFPTE Local 21 are pushing for AI safeguards through contract negotiations, including a joint oversight committee to review new systems before they’re deployed.—
Maria Noel Fernandez,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Larger foreign exchange reserves also added a layer of safeguard for central banks to defend their currency.—
Anniek Bao,Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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Police said officers remained at the school as a precaution and said there was no need for parents or guardians to respond before dismissal.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 Apr. 2026
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While the breed’s protective instincts are part of its history as a working guardian dog, Fallon says that same quality can also feel empowering in her everyday life.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Apr. 2026
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In Islamabad, the streets of a normally bustling capital were deserted Saturday as security forces sealed roads ahead of the talks.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Windows 11 Pro offers speed improvements, fresh features that make your device feel newer, and tighter security.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
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After the firearms were discovered in the home, a police K-9 unit trained in firearms and ammunition detection swept the school Tuesday night, but nothing was found.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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When she was arrested on March 9, 2022, she was found in possession of cocaine, cellphones, firearm magazines, and ammunition.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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That’s impressive production for the 6-foot-2, 234-pound defender.—
Mike Kaye
April 6,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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With 33 seconds remaining, after scoring five straight points and in possession of the ball, the Warriors used Curry’s gravity to draw defenders out of the paint, giving Gary Payton II enough space to catch a pass from Draymond Green and put in a layup for a 116-115 lead.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Protection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protection. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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