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as in defense
means or method of defending
this small umbrella is adequate protection in a sudden shower
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as in safety
the state of not being exposed to danger
the open boat offered no protection from the weather
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Recent Examples of protection
Other states like New York and Oregon are also adding guidelines for the protection of workers during high temperatures.
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Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 21 May 2025
The same immigration protections for another group of about 250,000 Venezuelans are set to run out in September.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 21 May 2025
The intention with the resolution was to broaden protections and to remove the discretionary power for Sheriff Martinez to share information with immigration agencies.
—Pedro Rios, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
Two opposition party members in the Korean legislature also revealed plans to introduce a bill, tentatively named the Lee Sun-kyun Prevention Act, to increase the legal protections of suspects’ privacy during investigations.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
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Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 21 May 2025
The same immigration protections for another group of about 250,000 Venezuelans are set to run out in September.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 21 May 2025
The intention with the resolution was to broaden protections and to remove the discretionary power for Sheriff Martinez to share information with immigration agencies.
—Pedro Rios, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
Two opposition party members in the Korean legislature also revealed plans to introduce a bill, tentatively named the Lee Sun-kyun Prevention Act, to increase the legal protections of suspects’ privacy during investigations.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protection
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Progress on the bill stalled after ultraconservative members of the House Freedom Caucus demanded further changes, including tax cuts, sweeping changes to Medicaid and food benefits, border security, defense funding and more.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Deuce McBride was shaky against the Detroit Pistons but brought his ball-hawking, harassing defense back against the Celtics.—
Tom Rende,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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The memory of the military as our protectors, as also family members, and the countless civilians who are the victims of war, are in our thinking.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
24 May 2025
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But in addition to the dangers of their search, they're pursued by mysterious protector Esme (Eiza González).—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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Child and pet safety: Never leave young children and pets unattended in vehicles, especially when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures within minutes.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
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Shanahan also said safety Ji’Ayir Brown had ankle surgery this offseason and wouldn’t be ready until training camp.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Yet operators are still cautious, and for good reason; giving an AI system too much autonomy without safeguards can lead to unexpected or unwanted results.—
Stephen Farrugia,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Privacy and security Apple has implemented several safeguards to ensure your privacy and security while using this feature.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2025
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Most rides have a family waiting area for parents or guardians to switch off with kids who either can’t or don’t want to ride.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Calton hopes their story continues to challenge misconceptions about guardian breeds like the bullmastiff, showing the sweet, playful, and loyal sides of these gentle giants.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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Joseph Gunja, a security consultant who previously worked as a warden for several federal prisons, says even small mistakes can lead to problems.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
28 May 2025
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More recently, his brother, King Charles III, tried to persuade Andrew to cut his expenses by leaving his home, Royal Lodge, a sprawling royal estate, and instead, moving to a smaller cottage inside the security perimeter of Windsor Castle.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2025
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During his arrest a month later, a pistol, ammunition and other evidence were seized, according to authorities.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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If satellites are their rifles, then software stacks and AI agents are the ammunition bunkers that empower those weapons.—
Charles Beames,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Florida captain Aleksander Barkov evaded his defender and dished a backhanded pass to Verhaeghe, who slotted home the conference-winning goal.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
29 May 2025
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The Uruguayan made his Barca debut in 2019, receiving a red card just 14 minutes after coming on against Sevilla, but then improved to become regarded as one of the best defenders in the world across the coming years.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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“Protection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protection. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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