guard
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Familial wealth can come with baggage, like being viewed as a nepo-baby or having to guard against being used.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Hired as a Skyline security guard, Aaron is promoted to fixer, keeping himself and Skyline’s A-listers closeted by any means necessary.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
He was given a guard of honour from his fellow Sutton Runners as he approached the final finish line on Saturday at Morden in south London, surrounded by friends and family.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Dhawan noted that last year’s cuts were on an “insurance basis” to guard against a weak labor market, and rate hikes this year would be the same except guarding against the risk of higher inflation.
From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026
It was because Bronden, Val, and Ellis were no longer with them, and Allun had let down his guard.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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