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as in defense
means or method of defending
measures taken to beef up our national security
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2
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
Multiple national politicians have touted AI as key to America’s national security while ignoring the cost to individual states.
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Thomas C. Shank, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Trump officials, like those in past administrations, have argued that such a warrant requirement would overburden law enforcement and endanger national security.
—Eric McDaniel, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
Thursday’s Security Council meeting, which was attended by Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, unfolded against a backdrop in which security forces have seen some security gains in downtown Port-au-Prince but as armed groups continue to expand and tighten their grip.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
The plan makes no mention of the US’ threats to leave NATO, and the implications of that for German security, but the country’s defense minister said Berlin was considering such scenarios.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
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Thomas C. Shank, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Trump officials, like those in past administrations, have argued that such a warrant requirement would overburden law enforcement and endanger national security.
—Eric McDaniel, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
Thursday’s Security Council meeting, which was attended by Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, unfolded against a backdrop in which security forces have seen some security gains in downtown Port-au-Prince but as armed groups continue to expand and tighten their grip.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
The plan makes no mention of the US’ threats to leave NATO, and the implications of that for German security, but the country’s defense minister said Berlin was considering such scenarios.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 24 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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Right now, there are no consistent guarantees.—
Rep. Nick Menapace,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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However, the platform charges a 20% commission from the rental, which goes toward covering insurance and guarantees, customer support and user verification.—
Emily Canal,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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Multiple team-mates have since described that— along with Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s half-time intervention at Manchester City — as the key moment in what looks like this season’s run to Premier League safety.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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The main thing is earning the actors’ trust and ensuring their safety.—
Scarlett Harris,
IndieWire,
22 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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Scott campaigned on a pledge to unite a city that historically has been divided by race, geography and wealth.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
23 Apr. 2026
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Keep an eye on LSU pledge Lucas Nawrocki, the 2025 Star-Telegram Offensive Player of the Year.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2026
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The assailant, who acted alone, shot and killed himself, authorities said, and security officials found a gun, a knife and ammunition at the scene.—
Maria Verza,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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At the time, Rodriguez was awaiting trial on charges of cocaine possession with intent to sell, being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, and trespassing, officials said.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Some have branded it unsafe and unworkable, citing their concerns around potential coercion of vulnerable people and a lack of safeguards for those with disabilities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The provision directs the Judicial Conference, led by Chief Justice John Roberts, to report to Congress within 180 days on whether organized jury nullification efforts are affecting federal jury management and on the safeguards that exist to address them.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
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The system will use a closed Brayton cycle to convert heat into electricity, supported by heat pipes and a boron carbide radiation shield.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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Every member of Congress deserves due process, but the delays embedded in the ethics system allow members to abuse it, using it both as a weapon and a shield.—
Mary Ellen Klas,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Security.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/security. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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