1
as in defenses
means or method of defending
frequent hand washing is an oft-recommended ward against the spread of common germs
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2
as in custodies
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
gained the ward of his cousin upon the death of her parents
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as in protects
to drive danger or attack away from
vowed that he would take whatever measures were necessary to ward the nation's people
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Recent Examples of wards
ABC News, 18 May 2026
Within minutes, offers came back from people around the world, eager to make pictures for Peds wards.
—Blake Crisses, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026
On April 22, a week before Callais, two GOP state representatives filed a bill to switch the city-council elections in Jacksonville, another city in eastern North Carolina, from a mix of wards and at-large seats to fully at-large elections.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
The council then swore in Kehr and Culbertson as the new representatives of the 2nd and 4th wards, respectively.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
When the news came that a horse had scratched, a great stir rose, and several of the groomsmen who were sitting in the stalls with their horse wards scurried to start their brisk brushing to get the pine shavings off and used their jute sacks to spit-shine the coats slick.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Maternity wards in southern Democratic Republic of the Congo that are close to mining operations report significantly more birth defects than those farther away.
—Abraham Nunbogu, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
Those are four of Little Rock's seven wards, roughly encompassing the southern half of the city as well as its eastern section along the Arkansas River.
—Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 23 Apr. 2026
Composed of Santa Ana residents appointed by council members from their respective wards, the committee has had three seats vacant, preventing it from meeting.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
In recent local elections, Reform won all the wards in the constituency and secured around half the vote.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
Within minutes, offers came back from people around the world, eager to make pictures for Peds wards.
—Blake Crisses, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026
On April 22, a week before Callais, two GOP state representatives filed a bill to switch the city-council elections in Jacksonville, another city in eastern North Carolina, from a mix of wards and at-large seats to fully at-large elections.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
The council then swore in Kehr and Culbertson as the new representatives of the 2nd and 4th wards, respectively.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
When the news came that a horse had scratched, a great stir rose, and several of the groomsmen who were sitting in the stalls with their horse wards scurried to start their brisk brushing to get the pine shavings off and used their jute sacks to spit-shine the coats slick.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Maternity wards in southern Democratic Republic of the Congo that are close to mining operations report significantly more birth defects than those farther away.
—Abraham Nunbogu, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
Those are four of Little Rock's seven wards, roughly encompassing the southern half of the city as well as its eastern section along the Arkansas River.
—Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 23 Apr. 2026
Composed of Santa Ana residents appointed by council members from their respective wards, the committee has had three seats vacant, preventing it from meeting.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wards
Noun
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Meyers said protecting against the intrusions is a constant battle and as companies tighten their defenses, operatives will shift tactics.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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Conventional missile defenses can be expensive and limited in ammunition, while laser systems can continue operating as long as the ship has sufficient electrical power.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Car insurance protects you and other drivers from accidents, and it’s legally required for all drivers.—
Kate Tully Ellsworth,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Those laws sought to alter the reporting structure for the secretary or the directors in violation of Amendment 33 of the Arkansas Constitution, which protects the vested powers of constitutional boards, like the Board of Corrections, from usurpation by the governor, the General Assembly or both.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The surrogacy process has safeguards in place to ensure the safety of all parties involved.—
Ann Marie Luft,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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The report also notes that 10 Republican state attorneys general have urged the SEC to closely examine OpenAI’s disclosures ahead of a potential public offering, while Congress has separately requested information about the company’s safeguards around conflicts of interest.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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From the concierge who nimbly assisted me with dining and fitness class reservations to the kind dining staff, the friendly Miami team made sure I was always taken care of and was incredibly helpful at offering local recommendations and insight.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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As a result, New Zealand's Health and Disability Commissioner has found that those responsible for the girl's welfare did not communicate effectively and also lacked culturally appropriate care.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Barnes shares touches with fellow All-Star Brandon Ingram and guards RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, but Barnes is a superpowered connector.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The Cavaliers need All-Star guards James Harden and Donovan Mitchell to be on the floor, but both are terrible defenders.—
Geoff Clark OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Unlike the show’s first teaser, the new clip includes footage of Jordan using his power ring to manifest shields, take flight and even create counterfeit money.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Police with riot shields used tear gas and rubber bullets on the crowd, ABC Australia reported.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
Noun
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My hands and fingers, like hers, have learned the territory and just get on with the job.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Gentle cleanse with a fragrance-free, non-stripping cleanser (use hands, lukewarm water).—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
18 May 2026
Verb
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The city attorney reviews and approves contracts and ordinances for legal compliance, defends the city against lawsuits, and brings civil lawsuits on behalf of the city.—
The Editorial Board,
Daily News,
20 May 2026
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But the Lakers would have been in a tough spot without Smart this season, a player who still defends multiple positions at a high level and has a knack for making critical plays on both ends.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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“Wards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wards. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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