1
as in safeguards
means or method of defending
this small umbrella is adequate protection in a sudden shower
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as in defenders
someone that protects
the bodyguard was her protection from overzealous fans
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Recent Examples of protections
During his appearances on Capitol Hill this month, Secretary Kennendy was grilled about the administration's defense of the pesticide industry and weakening of protections against mercury pollution, another issue that Kennedy had worked on as an advocate.
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Will Stone, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Revisiting maps mid-decade for political advantage runs directly against both the spirit and the plain language of those protections.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Immigrants from both countries had roughly 60 days from Noem's announcement to when their deportation protections would expire.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Environmentalists fear the move will create a precedent for wiping out other protections for public lands across the country.
—Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Carr in September suggested broadcast station licenses were at risk of being revoked, spurring debate about First Amendment protections and the responsibility of national broadcasters like ABC to air generally acceptable content.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The dispute reached the high court on the preliminary question of whether the administration’s decision to end protections should remain on hold while the challenge is being fully litigated.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
At the same time, in the United States and around the world, women’s rights and protections are being systematically stripped away.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
The Supreme Court on Monday grappled with the constitutionality of law enforcement’s use of Google location history data to track down a suspect, in a case that could further define the Constitution’s protections for digital privacy.
—Julian Mark, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2026
Will Stone, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Revisiting maps mid-decade for political advantage runs directly against both the spirit and the plain language of those protections.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Immigrants from both countries had roughly 60 days from Noem's announcement to when their deportation protections would expire.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Environmentalists fear the move will create a precedent for wiping out other protections for public lands across the country.
—Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Carr in September suggested broadcast station licenses were at risk of being revoked, spurring debate about First Amendment protections and the responsibility of national broadcasters like ABC to air generally acceptable content.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The dispute reached the high court on the preliminary question of whether the administration’s decision to end protections should remain on hold while the challenge is being fully litigated.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
At the same time, in the United States and around the world, women’s rights and protections are being systematically stripped away.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
The Supreme Court on Monday grappled with the constitutionality of law enforcement’s use of Google location history data to track down a suspect, in a case that could further define the Constitution’s protections for digital privacy.
—Julian Mark, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protections
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The Broward School Board has approved new safeguards after facing criticism from state Republican leaders for using a district logo and a district credit card in connection to a Democratic Party fundraiser.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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The proposal would specifically define terms like event contracts while also requiring exchanges to implement safeguards against advertising, illicit finance, and fund segregation.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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At 6-9, 325, Burke is a massive player who looks to overwhelm defenders on every snap.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Dallas dominated the first seven minutes of the middle frame, outshooting the Wild 9-0 and hemming the Minnesota defenders into their own zone for several shifts.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
26 Apr. 2026
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Hezbollah has introduced fiber-optic drones to its arsenal in the latest escalation with Israel, using nearly invisible cables to control the weapons and bypass Israeli electronic defenses that down other drones.—
Melanie Lidman,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Militaries have spent years building up their defenses against drone warfare, with one of the most effective methods being the use of electronic jamming to sever the radio connection between the operator and the drone.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Apr. 2026
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Since floors like vinyl are prone to scratching, Stein always recommends adding furniture protectors to the bottom of your furniture.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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Stripping and washing all bedding — including duvet covers, mattress protectors and pillow shams — is one of the most impactful tasks on any spring cleaning list.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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Another $3 million is going toward retrofitting bus shields for bus operators.—
Talia Soglin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The crimson, sapphire, and emerald of the shields are echoed in the ladies' gowns and the jewels on their necks, ears, and wrists.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Police urged parents and guardians to speak with their students about any potential interaction with Faulkner and to relay information to the Wauconda Police Department Investigations Division at (847) 865-0399.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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None of the minors were taken into custody as officers attempted to notify their guardians, according to police.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Under the agreement, the Sheridan School District will re-recognize the union and add classified staff — such as custodians and paraprofessionals — to the bargaining unit.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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The news comes as Broadway production company Seaview announced the acquisition of the revival rights from the new custodians of the Tennessee Williams estate.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Protections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protections. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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