as in defends
to drive danger or attack away from
the mother bear was just trying to protect her cubs
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Recent Examples of protects
These comments are important because our government must place premium in creating a society that respects human lives, secures its borders and protects its citizens.
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Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Spent foliage over the winter also protects the roots against cold.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
All that is covered by a rigid T-Top that protects seafarers from the elements, meaning the sky-high space can be enjoyed year-round.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
Assuming his admission is granted, Moss, who played four seasons at USC before transferring to the Cardinals last year, will now be tasked with making sure that the injunctive relief component of the settlement process protects the interests of current college athletes.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Trust compounds, and so do the collaborative possibilities, when each party protects and expands the other’s value over time.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Lifetime tenure protects judicial independence – good for rights, bad for setting taxes.
—Bedassa Tadesse, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Looking less like a tourist protects you more against pickpockets than these obvious pieces.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Johnston explains that wool rugs should only be cleaned with a cold water process, which protects the fibers from damage or distortion.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Spent foliage over the winter also protects the roots against cold.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
All that is covered by a rigid T-Top that protects seafarers from the elements, meaning the sky-high space can be enjoyed year-round.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
Assuming his admission is granted, Moss, who played four seasons at USC before transferring to the Cardinals last year, will now be tasked with making sure that the injunctive relief component of the settlement process protects the interests of current college athletes.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Trust compounds, and so do the collaborative possibilities, when each party protects and expands the other’s value over time.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Lifetime tenure protects judicial independence – good for rights, bad for setting taxes.
—Bedassa Tadesse, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Looking less like a tourist protects you more against pickpockets than these obvious pieces.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Johnston explains that wool rugs should only be cleaned with a cold water process, which protects the fibers from damage or distortion.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protects
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Today, almost no American politician, Democrat or Republican, defends the World Trade Organization.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Gina Knapp defends District 5 Gina Knapp will remain on the Blue Valley School Board after defending her seat from two challengers, including a Blue Valley parent who launched a last-minute write-in campaign.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
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But even incremental progress would mark a break from a status quo that shields the powerful while leaving the rest behind.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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One where exhaust and propellant residues react with ozone, thinning the layer that shields life below.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Oct. 2025
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Biotech safeguards our national security by bolstering agriculture and energy production and protecting us from pandemics and bioterrorism.—
Sen. Todd Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Building a Cloud Security Strategy Building a cloud security framework that not only safeguards data but also enables an IT team to keep an eye out for potential threats is necessary to meet today's requirements.—
Jason Phillips,
jsonline.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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Kings guards Russell Westbrook and Zach LaVine and forward DeMar DeRozan were quick to come to Sabonis’ aid, stepping between the two players before the situation escalated.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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According to a team press release, Utah has cut floor-stretching center Mo Bamba plus guards Pedro Bradshaw and Sean East II, just days prior to the start of Utah's season.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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