as in vulnerable
lacking protection from danger or resistance against attack
the home team scored when the visitors' goalie momentarily left the goal unprotected
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Recent Examples of unprotected
With the Heat owing a first-round selection to the Hornets as early as in 2027 and as late as in 2028, that prohibits Miami from trading an unprotected pick from 2026 through 2029 because NBA teams are not allowed to be without first-round selections in two consecutive years.
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Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 24 June 2025
In Feburary 2023, the Nets traded Durant to Phoenix for a package that included Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder and four unprotected future first-round picks.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
The Suns gave up four unprotected first round picks in the trade, and took on Durant’s four-year, $194 million contract that ends after the 2025-26 season.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 22 June 2025
The Magic acquired guard Desmond Bane, while the Grizzlies acquired four unprotected first-round picks.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
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Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 24 June 2025
In Feburary 2023, the Nets traded Durant to Phoenix for a package that included Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder and four unprotected future first-round picks.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
The Suns gave up four unprotected first round picks in the trade, and took on Durant’s four-year, $194 million contract that ends after the 2025-26 season.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 22 June 2025
The Magic acquired guard Desmond Bane, while the Grizzlies acquired four unprotected first-round picks.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unprotected
Adjective
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Without proper documentation and preparation, families face difficult decisions during medical emergencies, potential exploitation of vulnerable members, and devastating conflicts that can create lasting family rifts.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Avoid direct sun exposure: Protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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Vulnerability: Dependence on encryption methods makes our personal information susceptible to quantum attacks.—
Jackie Shoback,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Justin Strnad played a ton last year and mostly held up well, but relying on him and Cody Barton for a big chunk of last year after Singleton tore his ACL is part of what made the Broncos more susceptible in the middle of the field as the season went along.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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But most unforgettable are the fantastic driving sequences and the almost casually riveting performances — with James Taylor making for a perfectly intense (and surprisingly charismatic) lead, an ideal foil for the garrulous, slightly helpless Oates.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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The emotional emptiness can feel unbearable, and the practical demands only add to the turmoil, often leaving the surviving spouse feeling lost and helpless.—
David Kudla,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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“Unprotected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unprotected. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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