as in guardian
someone that protects
the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector
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Recent Examples of protector
On defense, Punch showed signs of being a top notch rim protector while also taking strides in his perimeter defense on opposing wings.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Apr. 2025
Vanishing protectors and predators In November 2022, a research expedition by the environmental nonprofit Monaco Explorations took one of the largest and most advanced research vessels in the world to Saya de Malha.
—Ian Urbina, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
You’re still seen as this boom-bap protector figure.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
At a minimum, the 202-pounder with 4.43 speed could become a devastating passing-down back — he’s considered the best pass protector among running backs — and a read-option monster with Daniels.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Apr. 2025
Vanishing protectors and predators In November 2022, a research expedition by the environmental nonprofit Monaco Explorations took one of the largest and most advanced research vessels in the world to Saya de Malha.
—Ian Urbina, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
You’re still seen as this boom-bap protector figure.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
At a minimum, the 202-pounder with 4.43 speed could become a devastating passing-down back — he’s considered the best pass protector among running backs — and a read-option monster with Daniels.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protector
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Multiple victims were also minors, and at least two were smuggled into the U.S. unaccompanied by a relative or legal guardian, according to the Justice Department.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
12 Apr. 2025
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Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, also stands on the rooftop’s edge, surveying the city like a watchful guardian.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 Apr. 2025
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Yaya’s defenders argue that she, and others recently evicted from Taiwan, are being selectively prosecuted.—
Eryk Michael Smith,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The 21-year-old has started in 74 games this season and become a rugged on-ball defender in his first season.—
William Guillory,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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In recent months, budget adjustments have been made to correctly calculate the salaries of classified employees, who are the district’s support staff such as custodians, cafeteria workers and librarians, Long said.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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The demonstration came to a head in late April as protesters took Hamilton Hall, damaging property and trapping custodians inside.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
13 Mar. 2025
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For even stronger protection, consider using a security key that plugs into your device.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Strategies like credit shelter trusts, dynasty trusts, and GST exemption allocation remain relevant tools for asset protection and long-term tax resilience.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Round-the-clock protection could require as many as 20 bodyguards working rotating shifts, according to two former FBI officials familiar with security details.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the space of a few minutes, five people are shot and killed at the resort: Jim, Jim’s bodyguards, Chelsea, and Rick.—
Jodi Guglielmi,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Protector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protector. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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