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as in defending
to drive danger or attack away from
guard the quarterback so he doesn't get sacked
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as in blockading
to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point
a fire-breathing dragon guarded the entrance to the castle
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Recent Examples of guarding
Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The Michigan player guarding Cousy fouled out with 27 seconds to go.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 5 Dec. 2024
Pickens was in the area of the pass, but Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II was guarding him and effectively took the wide receiver out of the play.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 4 Dec. 2024
Located about two hours from Rio de Janeiro, the compound reportedly has 12 cannons and watchtowers guarding a Portuguese colonial–style villa equipped with a party room.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
For instance, pointers may dream about pointing, Dobermans about guarding, and a Labrador retriever is probably more likely to dream of chasing tennis balls than a pug.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Those signs might include a tense or stiff posture, shaking, shivering, guarding food or toys, hiding, destructive behavior or howling and whining more than usual.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Putt-putt, an amusement partaken by seven-to-seventy-year-olds may conjure memories of analog-fun—ramps leading into clown mouths and windmills with blades guarding the path to the hole that your opponent would have to spin to get turning.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
To their surprise, the island is home to an ancient tribe of headhunters guarding the land at all costs.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Oct. 2024
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The agency stated that reassigning employees to remaining facilities is expected to improve staff retention and reduce both mandatory overtime and augmentation—a controversial practice where non-security personnel, such as cooks, teachers and nurses, are tasked with guarding inmates.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The Michigan player guarding Cousy fouled out with 27 seconds to go.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 5 Dec. 2024
Pickens was in the area of the pass, but Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II was guarding him and effectively took the wide receiver out of the play.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 4 Dec. 2024
Located about two hours from Rio de Janeiro, the compound reportedly has 12 cannons and watchtowers guarding a Portuguese colonial–style villa equipped with a party room.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
For instance, pointers may dream about pointing, Dobermans about guarding, and a Labrador retriever is probably more likely to dream of chasing tennis balls than a pug.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Those signs might include a tense or stiff posture, shaking, shivering, guarding food or toys, hiding, destructive behavior or howling and whining more than usual.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Putt-putt, an amusement partaken by seven-to-seventy-year-olds may conjure memories of analog-fun—ramps leading into clown mouths and windmills with blades guarding the path to the hole that your opponent would have to spin to get turning.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
To their surprise, the island is home to an ancient tribe of headhunters guarding the land at all costs.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guarding
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In July, South Korea made a similar announcement, saying that the country is ready to start mass-producing a laser weapon that can shoot down drones at a fraction of the cost of conventional defense platforms.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kyiv has already concluded a series of defense pacts across Europe, some of which include direct funding for Ukrainian industry.Niall Ferguson, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
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The first set of turbines acts as a shock absorber, protecting the delicate movement components from external impacts.Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Human Rights Watch earlier this month urged FIFA to reject the Saudi bid because the nation has not committed to protecting the migrant laborers that will likely be hired to build the massive infrastructure needed to host such a tournament.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recommendations include scaling back protection for foreign leaders during peak election season and exploring the possibility of moving the agency out of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Not to mention, the taller height provides more protection for our calves on narrow or overgrown trails.Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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As a response, NASCAR President Steve Phelps has taken a firm stand against the critics, defending the contentious system in an interview with Jordan Bianchi from The Athletic.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Since opening his private practice in 1984, Dickey has earned a reputation for successfully defending clients in a wide range of cases, including DUI charges, first-degree murder trials, and high-profile appeals that resulted in new trials and the restoration of custodial rights.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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While an initial investment is required, colocation can lead to significant long-term cost savings.Mark Mahle, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Those initiatives have long been advocated by economists as the population ages, and households squirrel away savings to cover fees in case of a medical emergency.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
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No keeping up with or slowing down for someone else.Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 17 Oct. 2024
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Sponsored by Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate, the Animal Keeping Ordinance has legalized the keeping of eight chickens and ducks combined, and four beehives per Detroit household.Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 27 Nov. 2024
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Ironically, creating this list digitally is the easiest way to keep it updated as things change, just remember to print out copies for safekeeping and include the username and password required to access the digital list.Ken Colburn, The Arizona Republic, 1 Dec. 2024
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The icky parts are discarded, and then the giblets, a nutritious bundle of odds and ends that are still good to eat, are tucked back into the cavity for safekeeping.Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Clients interested in ongoing pest management can avail themselves of the company’s Gold Package, which includes year-round monitoring and treatment.Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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British actress Saffron Hocking has signed with Untitled Entertainment for management.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Guarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guarding. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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