as in defenses
means or method of defending
the target will be difficult to reach as it is behind a screen of anti-aircraft batteries
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as in protects
to drive danger or attack away from
attack helicopters were called in to help screen the troops from further attacks
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as in hides
to keep secret or shut off from view
bushes screened the swimming pool from passersby on the street
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as in filters
to pass through a filter
you should screen the cooking oil to remove impurities
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Recent Examples of screens
Matthew Razak, Space.com, 13 Apr. 2026
When the set was ready, fans heard a story (narrated by Karol in Spanish, and projected onto the screens in English) about a girl who had to break from social expectations to find her voice, and who used that strength to create light, water, fire, and valleys.
—Vanessa Diaz, Rolling Stone, 13 Apr. 2026
In terms of tech, the concept plays host to Lufthansa’s Hidden Touch Display, OLED screens, and Omni-Fi speakers for an immersive sound experience.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026
Shortly thereafter, gaps between high and low performers began to grow at the national level, which many education scholars attribute both to the introduction of screens and the loosening of accountability.
—Abby McCloskey, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026
One was about the research focused on the amount of time American children were spending on electronic screens versus time outside in nature — as much as seven hours a day on a screen.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Vertical is slinging $190k for the weekend on Hamlet, starring and produced by Riz Ahmed, on 325 screens.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Apr. 2026
With Euphoria Season 3 (potentially the final season) hitting screens on April 12, many fans want to know what the cast has been up to in real life since the explosive Season 2 finale aired.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
The converted car, filled with seats and fast-moving images LED screens, doesn’t go anywhere but gives you the illusion of traveling through agave fields.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
What the screen debate misses is that 40 seconds of looking at green space partially restores directed attention, which screens deplete.
—John La Puma, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Those names go to the city's Address Management Services — also known as 911 addressing — which screens every submission before anything gets approved.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
The Newcomers Competition entry also screens today at the Pavlos Zannas venue.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Gkids handles North American distribution for the Studio Ghibli library across all release formats and platforms, and has run the annual Ghibli Fest monthly theatrical program – which screens across more than 1,000 venues nationwide – since 2017.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Mar. 2026
McElhaney often screens Grey Gardens for his students, and notices young women responding more and increasingly well to it as the years pass.
—Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 25 Feb. 2026
With a comfortable neighborhood feel and screens easy to keep in view, the food supports a long watch.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2026
The short-term impact was shocking with the loss of foliage but today, about 15 years later, the border looks beautiful and screens the neighbor’s house and yard while providing a reliable habitat for birds.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Jan. 2026
Noun
When the stories on our screens had a beginning, middle, and end.
—Matthew Razak, Space.com, 13 Apr. 2026
When the set was ready, fans heard a story (narrated by Karol in Spanish, and projected onto the screens in English) about a girl who had to break from social expectations to find her voice, and who used that strength to create light, water, fire, and valleys.
—Vanessa Diaz, Rolling Stone, 13 Apr. 2026
In terms of tech, the concept plays host to Lufthansa’s Hidden Touch Display, OLED screens, and Omni-Fi speakers for an immersive sound experience.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026
Shortly thereafter, gaps between high and low performers began to grow at the national level, which many education scholars attribute both to the introduction of screens and the loosening of accountability.
—Abby McCloskey, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026
One was about the research focused on the amount of time American children were spending on electronic screens versus time outside in nature — as much as seven hours a day on a screen.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Vertical is slinging $190k for the weekend on Hamlet, starring and produced by Riz Ahmed, on 325 screens.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Apr. 2026
With Euphoria Season 3 (potentially the final season) hitting screens on April 12, many fans want to know what the cast has been up to in real life since the explosive Season 2 finale aired.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
The converted car, filled with seats and fast-moving images LED screens, doesn’t go anywhere but gives you the illusion of traveling through agave fields.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Verb
Quickley and Barrett then switch defenders when Goodwin screens for Green.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
What the screen debate misses is that 40 seconds of looking at green space partially restores directed attention, which screens deplete.
—John La Puma, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Those names go to the city's Address Management Services — also known as 911 addressing — which screens every submission before anything gets approved.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
The Newcomers Competition entry also screens today at the Pavlos Zannas venue.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Gkids handles North American distribution for the Studio Ghibli library across all release formats and platforms, and has run the annual Ghibli Fest monthly theatrical program – which screens across more than 1,000 venues nationwide – since 2017.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Mar. 2026
McElhaney often screens Grey Gardens for his students, and notices young women responding more and increasingly well to it as the years pass.
—Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 25 Feb. 2026
With a comfortable neighborhood feel and screens easy to keep in view, the food supports a long watch.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2026
The short-term impact was shocking with the loss of foliage but today, about 15 years later, the border looks beautiful and screens the neighbor’s house and yard while providing a reliable habitat for birds.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for screens
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That is why the federal government and World Cup host cities are investing hundreds of millions in drone defenses ahead of those games.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The commitments came as Kyiv warned of escalating Russian bombardments and urgently pressed for more air defenses.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Legal experts such as the Polish Ombudsman, which protects civil and human rights in Poland, and the UNHCR have criticized Poland's suspension of the right to asylum.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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This bipartisan legislation protects people with kidney disease from private insurance pushing dialysis patients off their plan prematurely.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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What truly sets it apart is the Corner Rover Arm, a unique extendable side brush that reaches into the nooks and crannies where pet hair typically hides.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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Unruly salt-and-pepper hair in a long quaff, round glasses and broad smile give James Ortiz the look of a whimsical inventor, the kind that hides away in his workshop crafting extraordinary artifacts.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Its integrated spotlight and Color Night Vision keep your perimeter secure 24/7, while its smart AI detection filters out false alerts.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
3 Apr. 2026
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Other best practices include regular pet grooming, changing HVAC filters regularly, using doormats, and washing bedding weekly.—
Sunshine Flint,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Owen Wilson shields himself under a hat as the actor touches down at the Lorne Los Angeles special screening on April 14.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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Worse, when half the world shields consumers from higher energy prices, the remaining half absorbs all the demand adjustment.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In recent months, Anthropic has seen strong momentum for its AI coding offerings as well as growing traction with consumers amid a standoff with the Pentagon over AI safeguards.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Camie Hubbard lives on Craftmont Avenue in Pittsburgh and claims a mitigation contractor hired by their insurance company tore into their home without proper testing or safeguards in place, exposing them to contaminants like lead and asbestos.—
Erika Stanish,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The water-resistant outer material guards your essentials against splashes, while elastic straps and multiple pockets help keep your bottles upright.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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In 2019, the height of the rebuild, the Dolphins, who finished 5-11, started five rookies — wide receiver Preston Williams, guards Deiter and Shaq Calhoun, defensive end Wilkins and cornerback Nik Needham.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Critics say the practice, which is done by both Democrats and Republicans, makes a mockery of campaign contribution limits and obscures a candidate’s real donors.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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The looming canyon nearly obscures sunlight, and sinuous, layered stone reveals warm burgundy, grey, and violet striations smoothed by centuries of flooding.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Screens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/screens. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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