as in guardians
someone that protects
the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector
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Recent Examples of protectors
The Thunder’s perimeter defense sometimes feels impenetrable and is anchored on the back line by Chet Holmgren, one of the best rim protectors in basketball.
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James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Healthcare workers become targets instead of protectors.
—Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad are remembered not only as victims but as heroes and protectors who moved toward danger so others could live.
—Zainab Chaudry, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2026
There are also liquid bird bath protectors to help keep water clean.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
Contemporary practices The tremendous power of women as peace advocates and protectors of communities continues today.
—Marie-Claire Beaulieu, The Conversation, 5 May 2026
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
The triumvirate of protectors got Romans into testing that proved his IQ was off the charts and found programs that helped his mother learn how to navigate his needs.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Silva, a 6-foot-7 center, was one of the best rim protectors in the country.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Healthcare workers become targets instead of protectors.
—Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad are remembered not only as victims but as heroes and protectors who moved toward danger so others could live.
—Zainab Chaudry, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2026
There are also liquid bird bath protectors to help keep water clean.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
Contemporary practices The tremendous power of women as peace advocates and protectors of communities continues today.
—Marie-Claire Beaulieu, The Conversation, 5 May 2026
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
The triumvirate of protectors got Romans into testing that proved his IQ was off the charts and found programs that helped his mother learn how to navigate his needs.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Silva, a 6-foot-7 center, was one of the best rim protectors in the country.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protectors
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The bill also encourages private professional guardians to meet with the allegedly disabled adult prior to being appointed to the case or as soon as is feasible.—
Emily Hoerner,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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Parents must foot the bill for these guardians, and split the cost based on their income.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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Parents or legal guardians must opt into the program by filing an IRS form for a qualifying child, and other account custodians can contribute up to an additional $5,000 per child annually in post-tax funds.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The Enthoven family refer to themselves as custodians of Spier, an indication of their long-view commitment to their 620-ha parcel of land.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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On the plus side, both were in attendance at Thursday’s practice, looking to again become top-tier defenders for the Bears in 2026.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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When defenders rely on recognition and attackers design artifacts to be single-use, the advantage shifts.—
Ken Ammon,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Upon leaving the White House in March 1909, Roosevelt presented the canvas to his chief disbursing officer, Crook, who had served as one of Lincoln's personal bodyguards during the final year of his life.—
Douglas Brinkley,
USA Today,
24 May 2026
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Members of the Jalisco cartel have been charged with orchestrating the attack and several of Manzo’s bodyguards were arrested for possible participation.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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“Protectors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protectors. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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