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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
Many tools now include real-time protection against phishing links, which adds a layer of defense when a scam slips through.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The agreement also established four goals for the year 2050, addressing protection and restoration, prospering with nature, sharing benefits fairly, and investment and collaboration.
—Mark Vanderschaaf, Twin Cities, 18 May 2026
Its employees are walking off the job in protest over working conditions, and a top franchisee in the area has filed for bankruptcy protection.
—Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Bring a proper-fitting life vest/Personal Flotation Device (PFD) and shoes, as well as sun protection and water for hydration.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The agreement also established four goals for the year 2050, addressing protection and restoration, prospering with nature, sharing benefits fairly, and investment and collaboration.
—Mark Vanderschaaf, Twin Cities, 18 May 2026
Its employees are walking off the job in protest over working conditions, and a top franchisee in the area has filed for bankruptcy protection.
—Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Bring a proper-fitting life vest/Personal Flotation Device (PFD) and shoes, as well as sun protection and water for hydration.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protection
Noun
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For Carl Douglas, one of those defense attorneys, that moment stands among his clearest memories of the trial.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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But Detroit’s damning offensive flaws, which its defense compensated for during the regular season, were exposed by the Cavs.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
Noun
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His nanny was his fierce protector and insulated him from the depredations of Nazis and their enablers, baptizing him and teaching him to handily hurl anti-Jewish epithets to fit in.—
Ron Kampeas,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2026
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Thanks to their historic ability to maintain value and even rise in price when market conditions deteriorate, both metals are considered worthwhile for those looking for a portfolio protector.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
Noun
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After guests complete extensive health forms, obtain medical approval and attend a mandatory safety briefing the day prior to the trip, they’re whisked by private chauffeurs to the international airport, where either a massive Airbus A340 or a more cozy Gulfstream G550 jet awaits.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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After the government detected and attacked them, Raúl was one of only 12 fighters who reached safety in the Sierra Maestra mountains.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
21 May 2026
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The possibilities for fraud in such scenarios are significant, so associations should put in place safeguards and protocols to diminish the potential for abuse.—
Meily Perez,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2026
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This creates a greater need for safeguards, transparency, failover planning and awareness of unintended downstream consequences.—
Ken Nizam,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The legislation requires minors under 16 to link their social media accounts to a legal guardian to ensure supervision and prohibits platforms from using addictive features such as infinite scroll and the automatic play of videos.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
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Emphasising nature's power to protect this sleeping guardian is Gaia, or Mother Nature.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
20 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
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While executing a search warrant at the residence on the 3500 block of Orr Buyck Road, investigators seized several firearms as well as ammunition, according to the sheriff's office.—
Riley Moser,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Using live ammunition, soldiers forced their way through crowds that tried to block them from reaching the square.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Tari Eason is an excellent defender who plays with a ton of energy and can be dangerous when his shot is falling.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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On most plays, Division III defenders couldn’t even stay close.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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“Protection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protection. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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