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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
During his appearances on Capitol Hill this month, Secretary Kennendy was grilled about the administration's defense of the pesticide industry and weakening of protections against mercury pollution, another issue that Kennedy had worked on as an advocate.
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Will Stone, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Revisiting maps mid-decade for political advantage runs directly against both the spirit and the plain language of those protections.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Immigrants from both countries had roughly 60 days from Noem's announcement to when their deportation protections would expire.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Environmentalists fear the move will create a precedent for wiping out other protections for public lands across the country.
—Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Carr in September suggested broadcast station licenses were at risk of being revoked, spurring debate about First Amendment protections and the responsibility of national broadcasters like ABC to air generally acceptable content.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The dispute reached the high court on the preliminary question of whether the administration’s decision to end protections should remain on hold while the challenge is being fully litigated.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
At the same time, in the United States and around the world, women’s rights and protections are being systematically stripped away.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
The Supreme Court on Monday grappled with the constitutionality of law enforcement’s use of Google location history data to track down a suspect, in a case that could further define the Constitution’s protections for digital privacy.
—Julian Mark, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2026
Will Stone, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Revisiting maps mid-decade for political advantage runs directly against both the spirit and the plain language of those protections.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Immigrants from both countries had roughly 60 days from Noem's announcement to when their deportation protections would expire.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Environmentalists fear the move will create a precedent for wiping out other protections for public lands across the country.
—Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Carr in September suggested broadcast station licenses were at risk of being revoked, spurring debate about First Amendment protections and the responsibility of national broadcasters like ABC to air generally acceptable content.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The dispute reached the high court on the preliminary question of whether the administration’s decision to end protections should remain on hold while the challenge is being fully litigated.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
At the same time, in the United States and around the world, women’s rights and protections are being systematically stripped away.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
The Supreme Court on Monday grappled with the constitutionality of law enforcement’s use of Google location history data to track down a suspect, in a case that could further define the Constitution’s protections for digital privacy.
—Julian Mark, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protections
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Such variances can come into play whenever the strict application of community guidelines would cause undue hardship, and directors may also consider conditional approvals that require additional safeguards and modifications.—
Nicole R. Kurtz,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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With some consumers increasingly trying to get their medical information on the internet, Turco said the bill provides safeguards for physical and mental health.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2026
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Global Witness says at least 2,253 land and environmental defenders have been killed or disappeared globally between 2012 and 2024, with Latin America accounting for the vast majority of cases.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
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At times during the Sandy Brondello era, Johannes would flash her offensive firepower, but sometimes be a liability against opposing defenders.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2026
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Russian air defenses shot down 347 Ukrainian drones overnight, Russia’s Defense Ministry said Thursday, in what appeared to be a major attack after Moscow spurned Kyiv’s ceasefire earlier in the week and tension mounted over safety at Russia’s upcoming Victory Day celebrations.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The forward was a nightmare for opposing defenses, finishing the year with 30 goals and nine assists, including five crucial playoff goals.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
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Contemporary practices The tremendous power of women as peace advocates and protectors of communities continues today.—
Marie-Claire Beaulieu,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
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The Blue Jays added one of the best rim protectors in the Big East in former Providence center Oswin Erhunmwunse, as well as guards Wes Enis from USF, BJ Davis from San Diego State and Kayden Edwards from TCU.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
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Police with riot shields used tear gas and rubber bullets on the crowd, ABC Australia reported.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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Another $3 million is going toward retrofitting bus shields for bus operators.—
Talia Soglin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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For example, the bill would require employees of private guardians to undergo criminal background checks every five years and get the education necessary for national certification.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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There are exemptions for certain groups, such as parents or guardians of children under age 14 and those with disabilities.—
ByMary Kekatos,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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The union, which represents animal care specialists, patrol officers, custodians, groundskeepers, patrol officers, aides and seasonal workers, said the zoo's last contract offer would have taken away their health care plan without providing a comparable alternative.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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The midcentury abode was transferred to custodians of the McCann Trust that holds the property in 2022 and, after hitting the market April 10 for nearly $3 million, a contingent offer for its sale has already been accepted.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Protections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protections. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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