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as in safeguards
means or method of defending
this small umbrella is adequate protection in a sudden shower
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as in defenders
someone that protects
the bodyguard was her protection from overzealous fans
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Recent Examples of protections
Meta countered that its protections for young people extend to AI interactions.
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Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Besides a brand-new design, the cards also have enhanced anti-counterfeit protections.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Major biotech companies that churn out made-to-order DNA for scientists have protections in place to keep dangerous biological material out of the hands of would-be evil-doers.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025
After years of positioning themselves against government shutdowns as a matter of principle, Senate Democrats are holding their position far more firmly than during a similar fight over immigration protections in 2018.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Democrats say health care protections must be preserved, while Republicans say that funding and policy should be handled separately.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, American companies are beginning to pay attention to these Chinese AI giants, forcing them to grapple more publicly with copyright protections.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
Violet Affleck, the 19-year-old daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, took the stage at the United Nations this week, calling for urgent action on clean air, pandemic protections, and broader social justice issues.
—Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2025
First Amendment protections The lawsuit says a clear precedent protects public employees who make controversial statements on matters of public concern.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2025
Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Besides a brand-new design, the cards also have enhanced anti-counterfeit protections.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Major biotech companies that churn out made-to-order DNA for scientists have protections in place to keep dangerous biological material out of the hands of would-be evil-doers.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025
After years of positioning themselves against government shutdowns as a matter of principle, Senate Democrats are holding their position far more firmly than during a similar fight over immigration protections in 2018.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Democrats say health care protections must be preserved, while Republicans say that funding and policy should be handled separately.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, American companies are beginning to pay attention to these Chinese AI giants, forcing them to grapple more publicly with copyright protections.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
Violet Affleck, the 19-year-old daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, took the stage at the United Nations this week, calling for urgent action on clean air, pandemic protections, and broader social justice issues.
—Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2025
First Amendment protections The lawsuit says a clear precedent protects public employees who make controversial statements on matters of public concern.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protections
Noun
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At the same time, the pushback from critics highlights that there is still debate about whether these safeguards go far enough.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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While framed as satire, the content references child exploitation, raising questions about the adequacy of Sora 2’s safeguards.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Manes’ defenders pointed out she had been cleared by the internal inquiry and was implementing a policy dictated from Washington.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
30 Sep. 2025
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During a two-point conversion play, Jennings caught the ball in the endzone, but was smashed between two Jaguars defenders.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Early research suggests its antioxidant defenses may support healthy cholesterol, blood sugar regulation, and gut health, but studies are still limited.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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Barkley has faced two of the league’s top run defenses over the past two weeks, so now would be the time to make offers.—
Dalton Del Don,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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If all that wasn’t enough, 12 gold Arthurian knights have been positioned around the dial, acting as the Lady’s loyal protectors and hour markers.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
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As outside interests seek to exploit the Kiamichi River in southeastern Oklahoma, a group of Indigenous water protectors, community leaders, and activists come together to preserve their home.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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Just three days in and these XL-sized shields are thick as thieves, which doesn’t seem threatening to anyone whose name isn’t Annie.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
24 Sep. 2025
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Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act shields platforms from liability for what users post, leaving victims and their families with limited legal footing against them.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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Deanne Hullender, a spokesperson for the district, said 23,000 emails were sent to parents and guardians to inform them about the posters.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Sep. 2025
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Parents and guardians should check their state’s board of education website for additional details before gifting.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Law enforcement are exempt from the law, as well as custodians, maintenance workers, and those providing medical assistance.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
23 Sep. 2025
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Two centuries ago, the Litunga (king) turned what had been his private hunting grounds over to his people as custodians.—
Mazuba Kapambwe,
AFAR Media,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Protections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protections. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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