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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
An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt:
A 32-year-old man from Naperville was arrested on a charge of violating an order of protection at 1:05 a.m. Jan. 27 in the 1000 block of Fairway Drive.
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Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Unfortunately, failing to implement the necessary IP protections can leave a company vulnerable to copycat competitors that can reduce its valuation and weaken its brand.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
But where a statute specifically prescribes special protections or procedures, is the duty of the executive to follow it.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 31 Jan. 2025
Kennedy had in recent months applied for trademark protection for the phrase, setting the stage for marketing supplements, vitamins, essential oils and cryptocurrency, according to documents filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2025
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Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Unfortunately, failing to implement the necessary IP protections can leave a company vulnerable to copycat competitors that can reduce its valuation and weaken its brand.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
But where a statute specifically prescribes special protections or procedures, is the duty of the executive to follow it.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 31 Jan. 2025
Kennedy had in recent months applied for trademark protection for the phrase, setting the stage for marketing supplements, vitamins, essential oils and cryptocurrency, according to documents filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protection
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An offensive-minded, proficient pick-and-roll partner is exactly what the doctor ordered for the second-year Frenchman — and Fox consistently driving into the teeth of defense with a trailing Wembanyama could be devastating for opposing teams.—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Baylor freshman guard Robert Wright sliced through the KU defense for 24 points, 20 the second half.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
2 Feb. 2025
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Tyson Chandler proved to be the missing piece as an elite rim protector.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2025
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The analytics paint him as one of the NBA’s top rim protectors.—
James L. Edwards III,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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The safety regulator said more than 1,000 people on the four planes might have died had the accident not been averted at the last moment.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN,
30 Jan. 2025
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Edison also violated multiple state safety regulations and impeded investigations, according to utility regulators.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2025
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While Replika ostensibly is only for users over 18, Hiner says that many teens use the platform by bypassing the app’s safeguards.—
Andrew R. Chow,
TIME,
28 Jan. 2025
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Critics point out that safeguards often lag behind AI’s deployment.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes,
28 Jan. 2025
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The remaining students were released to their parents or guardians.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
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In Isola, Marguerite’s jealous guardian accuses her of having an affair with his servant.—
Shannon Carlin,
TIME,
31 Jan. 2025
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Getty More than 100 former spies and intelligence officers say foreign adversaries could take advantage of a new casino proposed in the Washington, D.C. area to penetrate national security.—
Lisa Thomson,
NPR,
28 Jan. 2025
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Relying on solely self-employment doesn’t look to be on the horizon for most business owners as a steady income, health care benefits and retirement security continue to be top-of-mind priorities.—
Kanika Talwar,
WWD,
28 Jan. 2025
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There were also numerous boxes of ammunition, three license plates, and some clothing.—
Emma Steele,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2025
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Hazardous items in the fire zones can include batteries, ammunition, propane tanks, pesticides, and cleaning products that can become unsafe when exposed to heat and fire.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2025
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With a 6-10 wingspan, he was viewed as one of the best and most athletic defenders in his draft class with elite 3-and-D potential.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacramento Bee,
29 Jan. 2025
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Mahomes' wife, Brittany Mahomes, has been one of her husband's staunchest defenders after big games.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Protection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protection. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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