Thesaurus results for PROTECTORS

protectors

noun

plural of protector

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 Additionally, external protectors can be retrofitted onto individual chain links. — IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026 Throughout the history of the game, as concerned parties sought evidence, some of football’s most powerful protectors obfuscated the problem. — Emily Harrison, STAT, 31 Aug. 2026 Naturally, Dany, Pau, and Ale have become fierce protectors of this empire, working overtime for the sheer love of it. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026 Minimal Phone will also throw in $100 worth of accessories, including a case, screen protectors, and a 27W fast charger. — New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2026 The Jets drafted Armand Membou to be one of their quarterback’s protectors. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026 This $10 option comes with three privacy glass screen protectors that will shield your screen from damage and prying eyes at the same time. — Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 Linn said dogs were often seen in the Bronze Age and mythology as protectors, often guarding the house. — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 24 July 2026 Six legs and a center support help create a stable foundation, while linen protectors cover the rail ends and floor-friendly glides help prevent scratches on hard floors. — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026

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Noun

The film imagines a colorful, family-friendly realm concealed just under the surface of video games themselves, populated by a covert guild of guardians tasked with keeping each title operating and preserving every player’s journey.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Sep. 2026
Parents or guardians of babies born between 2025 and 2028 who open an account, which is tax-deferred, will receive the $1,000 initial deposit from the Treasury.

— Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of guardians

Noun

Today, fifth-generation Fiorentinos are the custodians of this old-world, grandest of grand hotels, nearing its 200th anniversary.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Many of them had saved money while toiling as farmworkers, cooks, custodians and construction workers.

— Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of custodians

Noun

In true Renaissance fashion, the two were surrounded by their yeomen, personal bodyguards to the nobles.

— Rashad Alexander August 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026
The Dutch police assigned round-the-clock bodyguards to protect Tahmasbi and began shuttling him through a series of safe houses.

— Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2026

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