as in guardians
someone that protects
the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector
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Recent Examples of protectors
Defense The primary reason the Lakers likely chose Kessler over offering a max deal to Detroit Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren is that Kessler is one of the NBA’s best rim protectors.
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Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
Krypto is one of the protectors of the universe, like Sagittarius, which is why the Superdog is one of the most interesting stars of the movie.
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Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
The first dogs served as early-warning systems, protectors, and hunting buddies.
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Shoshi Parks,
Popular Science,
10 June 2026
Healthcare workers become targets instead of protectors.
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Steve Brozak,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad are remembered not only as victims but as heroes and protectors who moved toward danger so others could live.
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Zainab Chaudry,
Baltimore Sun,
22 May 2026
There are also liquid bird bath protectors to help keep water clean.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
12 May 2026
Contemporary practices The tremendous power of women as peace advocates and protectors of communities continues today.
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Marie-Claire Beaulieu,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
The triumvirate of protectors got Romans into testing that proved his IQ was off the charts and found programs that helped his mother learn how to navigate his needs.
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Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
Krypto is one of the protectors of the universe, like Sagittarius, which is why the Superdog is one of the most interesting stars of the movie.
—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
The first dogs served as early-warning systems, protectors, and hunting buddies.
—
Shoshi Parks,
Popular Science,
10 June 2026
Healthcare workers become targets instead of protectors.
—
Steve Brozak,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad are remembered not only as victims but as heroes and protectors who moved toward danger so others could live.
—
Zainab Chaudry,
Baltimore Sun,
22 May 2026
There are also liquid bird bath protectors to help keep water clean.
—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
12 May 2026
Contemporary practices The tremendous power of women as peace advocates and protectors of communities continues today.
—
Marie-Claire Beaulieu,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
The triumvirate of protectors got Romans into testing that proved his IQ was off the charts and found programs that helped his mother learn how to navigate his needs.
—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protectors
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This winning series captures a row of poplar trees planted along the banks of the River Po in Italy, which are natural guardians against flooding, now standing immersed in perfectly still water beneath soft, diffused light.
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After July 4, parents, guardians, grandparents and others can also contribute up to $5,000 a year.
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Williams has never lacked interpreters, custodians, handlers, or rescuers with pruning shears.
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Some custodians give checkbooks to IRA owners.
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Galarza sent a cross to Enciso, who was unmarked by Germany's defenders and easily headed it past goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.
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The ringleader is Virgil van Dijk, one of the best defenders of his generation with Liverpool, who has captained the Oranje for a national record 72 appearances and represented the Dutch national team for a decade.
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Upon leaving the White House in March 1909, Roosevelt presented the canvas to his chief disbursing officer, Crook, who had served as one of Lincoln's personal bodyguards during the final year of his life.
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Members of the Jalisco cartel have been charged with orchestrating the attack and several of Manzo’s bodyguards were arrested for possible participation.
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“Protectors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protectors. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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