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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
The District Attorneys Council approached some lawmakers earlier this year, concerned that legislators would look at their immunity next, and Raynes acknowledged that his group was generally worried about their protections.
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Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
Uploading patient records to AI bots Some health systems have adopted AI chatbots to improve patient care, promising doctors safety and privacy protections.
—Michal Ruprecht, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
That some of these offenders have attempted to wrap themselves in the protective cocoon of free speech reflects their ignorance of how First Amendment protections work in the real world.
—Bob Ehrlich, Baltimore Sun, 21 Apr. 2026
His state case has been delayed because of protections that he — and everyone — is guaranteed by law.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Her Labor Department rolled back over 60 workplace regulations, including minimum wage rules and safety protections, sparking criticism from unions and workplace safety advocates.
—Seung Min Kim, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
However, in 2024, the state Supreme Court overturned the lower court's ruling and also determined that previous court decisions did not fully consider the breadth of state constitutional protections against discrimination beyond those provided by the federal constitution.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
Two federal lawsuits have been filed in Florida challenging the requirement, arguing that requiring documentary proof of citizenship and marking that status on identification violates constitutional protections under the First and Fourteenth Amendments.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
This tension—balancing the free flow of information with protections for truth—is familiar to any online forum built on anonymous assessments, from Yelp to Rate My Professors.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
Uploading patient records to AI bots Some health systems have adopted AI chatbots to improve patient care, promising doctors safety and privacy protections.
—Michal Ruprecht, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
That some of these offenders have attempted to wrap themselves in the protective cocoon of free speech reflects their ignorance of how First Amendment protections work in the real world.
—Bob Ehrlich, Baltimore Sun, 21 Apr. 2026
His state case has been delayed because of protections that he — and everyone — is guaranteed by law.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Her Labor Department rolled back over 60 workplace regulations, including minimum wage rules and safety protections, sparking criticism from unions and workplace safety advocates.
—Seung Min Kim, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
However, in 2024, the state Supreme Court overturned the lower court's ruling and also determined that previous court decisions did not fully consider the breadth of state constitutional protections against discrimination beyond those provided by the federal constitution.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
Two federal lawsuits have been filed in Florida challenging the requirement, arguing that requiring documentary proof of citizenship and marking that status on identification violates constitutional protections under the First and Fourteenth Amendments.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
This tension—balancing the free flow of information with protections for truth—is familiar to any online forum built on anonymous assessments, from Yelp to Rate My Professors.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protections
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Taken together, investigators suggest the crash was not caused by a single error, but by a breakdown across multiple safeguards — including human decision-making, communication clarity and technological support systems.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Without proper safeguards, rainfall and water irrigation flow easily into groundwater and into wells, while also spilling into rivers and streams that feed into public water systems.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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At 6-9, 325, Burke is a massive player who looks to overwhelm defenders on every snap.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Dallas dominated the first seven minutes of the middle frame, outshooting the Wild 9-0 and hemming the Minnesota defenders into their own zone for several shifts.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
26 Apr. 2026
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The team responsible for testing the nation’s security defenses was among those pushed out.—
Sue Halpern,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Companies need to keep that distinction in mind when evaluating their tools and defenses.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Since floors like vinyl are prone to scratching, Stein always recommends adding furniture protectors to the bottom of your furniture.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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Stripping and washing all bedding — including duvet covers, mattress protectors and pillow shams — is one of the most impactful tasks on any spring cleaning list.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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The tour ends at the Scar Trees, which are a group of trees that had their bark removed by Aboriginal Peoples for various purposes, including crafting items like canoes or shields.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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The midnight purple color-shifting material was designed to replicate the iridescence of a raven's feathers, which is woven across the jerseys, including the number set and shields on each sleeve.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Police urged parents and guardians to speak with their students about any potential interaction with Faulkner and to relay information to the Wauconda Police Department Investigations Division at (847) 865-0399.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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None of the minors were taken into custody as officers attempted to notify their guardians, according to police.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Under the agreement, the Sheridan School District will re-recognize the union and add classified staff — such as custodians and paraprofessionals — to the bargaining unit.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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The news comes as Broadway production company Seaview announced the acquisition of the revival rights from the new custodians of the Tennessee Williams estate.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Protections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protections. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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