as in defenses
means or method of defending
the slightly built boy used his sharp wit as a shield against the school's bullies
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as in protects
to drive danger or attack away from
celebrities who are shielded by a cluster of bodyguards whenever they appear in public
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Recent Examples of shields
Adam Harrington, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Some protesters fired flares toward officers or tore up chunks of asphalt and chucked them toward police in shields and riot gear.
—Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
Collagen-boosting peptides work over time to plump and smooth the appearance of wrinkles, hyaluronic acid hydrates and softens, and a protective cocktail of vitamins A, C, and E shields skin from daily environmental aggressors.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
Some paid hundreds of dollars for protective shields rather than risk a theft that could cost thousands.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
For fleeing the likes of active war zones and relentless mercenaries hot on your tracks (and, of course, living to tell the tale), Mammoth bulletproofs all the windows and protects them from closer blunt force – or hot-firing shrapnel – with MOLLE-style blast shields.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Sherrill cited public safety concerns after officials reported protesters had set tires and chairs on fire, thrown makeshift projectiles and weaponized police shields.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 2 June 2026
Both Cepeda and de la Espriella entered voting locations on Sunday surrounded by heavy security personnel who held bullet-proof shields over the politicians' heads.
—ABC News, 31 May 2026
The finding could help scientists better understand how space weather shapes worlds without protective magnetic shields, including planets such as Venus and Saturn's largest moon Titan, the researchers say.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 26 May 2026
Nick Akerman, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026
Or that its status as a tradition shields it from reproach.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 11 June 2026
In the layer of the upper atmosphere called the stratosphere, the gas creates a protective layer that shields Earthlings from harmful ultraviolet rays.
—Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 8 June 2026
High-shine and hydrating, Supergoop’s Glow Gloss Lip Balm shields the lips under a nonsticky, sheer gloss finish, available in Vanilla Soft Serve, Pink Peppermint, Strawberry Spritz and now Caramel Glaze.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Growing lettuce in the shade of vining cucumbers shields its leaves from bright sun and keeps lettuce from bolting early in summer.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Federal law largely shields these benefits from traditional garnishment actions tied to private debt.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Together, the Paragon and Families USA reports paint a clear picture of a healthcare system in which consolidation increasingly shields hospitals from competitive pressure while driving costs steadily higher.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The curve of the land shields the coastline from a heavier swell from the Atlantic, so the water remains calm and clear for long stretches.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
Five officers responded with weapons and shields, the State's Attorney's office said.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Some protesters fired flares toward officers or tore up chunks of asphalt and chucked them toward police in shields and riot gear.
—Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
Collagen-boosting peptides work over time to plump and smooth the appearance of wrinkles, hyaluronic acid hydrates and softens, and a protective cocktail of vitamins A, C, and E shields skin from daily environmental aggressors.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
Some paid hundreds of dollars for protective shields rather than risk a theft that could cost thousands.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
For fleeing the likes of active war zones and relentless mercenaries hot on your tracks (and, of course, living to tell the tale), Mammoth bulletproofs all the windows and protects them from closer blunt force – or hot-firing shrapnel – with MOLLE-style blast shields.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Sherrill cited public safety concerns after officials reported protesters had set tires and chairs on fire, thrown makeshift projectiles and weaponized police shields.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 2 June 2026
Both Cepeda and de la Espriella entered voting locations on Sunday surrounded by heavy security personnel who held bullet-proof shields over the politicians' heads.
—ABC News, 31 May 2026
The finding could help scientists better understand how space weather shapes worlds without protective magnetic shields, including planets such as Venus and Saturn's largest moon Titan, the researchers say.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 26 May 2026
Verb
Forbes estimates that the provision shields him from civil tax liabilities in the range of $600 million.
—Nick Akerman, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026
Or that its status as a tradition shields it from reproach.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 11 June 2026
In the layer of the upper atmosphere called the stratosphere, the gas creates a protective layer that shields Earthlings from harmful ultraviolet rays.
—Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 8 June 2026
High-shine and hydrating, Supergoop’s Glow Gloss Lip Balm shields the lips under a nonsticky, sheer gloss finish, available in Vanilla Soft Serve, Pink Peppermint, Strawberry Spritz and now Caramel Glaze.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Growing lettuce in the shade of vining cucumbers shields its leaves from bright sun and keeps lettuce from bolting early in summer.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Federal law largely shields these benefits from traditional garnishment actions tied to private debt.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Together, the Paragon and Families USA reports paint a clear picture of a healthcare system in which consolidation increasingly shields hospitals from competitive pressure while driving costs steadily higher.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The curve of the land shields the coastline from a heavier swell from the Atlantic, so the water remains calm and clear for long stretches.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shields
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The barrage was part of a larger Ukrainian attack over a broad swath of Russia, with air defenses intercepting 555 drones, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense – including over the Sea of Azov.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said Russian air defenses destroyed nearly 200 Ukrainian drones on approach to the capital - but acknowledged several had managed to hit the city's main oil refinery for the second time this week.—
Charles Maynes,
NPR,
18 June 2026
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That disincentivizes physical attacks (such as cold-boot attacks) and better protects user data.—
Jon Martindale,
PC Magazine,
22 June 2026
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Curbing an infectious disease abroad protects health at home, reducing the risk of cross-border transmission and lowering the chance of new, costlier public health threats.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
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The campus includes a towering museum that covers the political and personal realms of the nation’s first Black president and first lady, while public spaces include a branch of the Chicago Public Library, a playground and athletic center, basketball courts and a picnic area with grills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
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The weather service office in Lincoln, which covers central Illinois, said Thursday that several tornadoes were reported with wind gusts up to 80 mph, as well as hail up to 3 inches in diameter.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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At the same time, not every asset intended for retirement receives the same safeguards.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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In February, Anthropic contributed $20 million toward an effort to elect congressional candidates who favor strengthening AI safeguards.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Milrem Robotics has introduced a new plan that could change how NATO defends its eastern border.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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Continue reading … SELENE RODRIGUEZ & AMMON BLAIR — While Mexico defends ‘sovereignty,’ cartels import a flesh-eating parasite into Texas.—
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FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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However, up to several hundred permanent employees are expected to lose jobs starting July 1 as well as about 1,000 workers without job protections.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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Johnson could provide a nice defensive partner with Flagg in the front court with Johnson’s rim protections and ability to switch on the perimeter.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
Verb
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Trailing 104-97, Knicks guards Jose Alvarado and Brunson answered with back-to-back 3s, cutting the score to 104-103.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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Morena Baccarin plays The Sorceress, a mysterious being who guards Greyskull Castle.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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But beyond these consecrated walls, continuity may depend as much on action as faith.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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These walls, activated by shooting a switch, permanently block pathways for the remainder of the round, dynamically altering gameplay.—
Mike Stubbs,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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“Shields.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shields. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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