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as in defense
means or method of defending
measures taken to beef up our national security
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as in guarantee
something given or held to assure that the giver will keep a promise
their house will serve as security for the loan
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as in safety
the state of not being exposed to danger
after the burglaries, police presence in the neighborhood was enhanced to give residents a stronger sense of security
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Recent Examples of security
The Senate unanimously passed a 10-day extension of the federal government’s power to surveil individuals suspected of being national security threats without debate on Friday.
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Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 17 Apr. 2026
However, as the I-Team reported earlier this month, the Department of Public Health followed through on a controversial plan on April 2 and took that equipment away from the hospital's security officers.
—Kristina Rex, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The government is able to offset its gaping deficit by issuing Treasury securities, including bonds, bills, and notes, which are then purchased by a wide range of investors including foreign governments and pension funds.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Whatever your troubles, hearing him brings security, relief and joy.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
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Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 17 Apr. 2026
However, as the I-Team reported earlier this month, the Department of Public Health followed through on a controversial plan on April 2 and took that equipment away from the hospital's security officers.
—Kristina Rex, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The government is able to offset its gaping deficit by issuing Treasury securities, including bonds, bills, and notes, which are then purchased by a wide range of investors including foreign governments and pension funds.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Whatever your troubles, hearing him brings security, relief and joy.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for security
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Smith notes that several of the Bucs’ free agents on defense — Anzalone, defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson and outside linebacker Al-Quadin Muhammad — play with the kind of edge he is known for.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
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Japan, which has been ramping up defense spending in recent years, is seeking to counter regional security threats and support partner countries during wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.—
Sam Meredith,Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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As talks on a potential peace settlement stall and global attention shifts to the Middle East, Ukraine continues to seek firm security guarantees from its allies, particularly the United States.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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That year's pages showcased Richard Sears' talent for homespun, conversational copywriting in listings for watches, jewelry, saddles, carriages, musical instruments, revolvers and sporting goods interspersed with quality guarantees and customer testimonials.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Under the bill, Human Services would be tasked with developing rules around everything from training and background checks to treatment plans, staffing ratios, reporting requirements, and building safety.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Wang told Araghchi that the situation has reached a critical juncture between war and peace, and said Iran’s sovereignty, security, and legitimate rights should be respected as a littoral state of the Strait of Hormuz, while freedom of navigation and safety through the strait should be ensured.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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His state case has been delayed because of protections that he — and everyone — is guaranteed by law.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
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Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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The pledges had to fight him, almost choke him out.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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But the plan was laced with pledges to protect the environment.—
Todd Richmond,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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The semiautomatic handgun was loaded with five rounds of ammunition, the DA's office said.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Marcel Ware, 20, faces felony charges of possessing an assault rifle, gun and ammunition possession by a felon, and a misdemeanor count of resisting arrest.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit argues that Magic City's operators, APS Valet and its leadership, and other affiliated entities were negligent in hiring, training and supervising security personnel, and in allowing armed security to operate in areas accessible to the public without proper safeguards.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Waste from these operations was buried in drums and disposed of on-site, often without the safeguards that would be required today.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
17 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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“Security.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/security. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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