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safeguard

[seyf-gahrd] / ˈseɪfˌgɑrd /




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The Royal Navy is sending a warship to the Middle East where it could join an international mission to safeguard shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

However, Wang added, “China supports Iran’s efforts to safeguard its national sovereignty and security,” including its right to develop nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

It said it will take time for price changes to have an impact, but that it was assessing the situation and is taking measures, where necessary, to safeguard earnings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

“By protecting public lands, restoring ecosystems, and enforcing environmental standards, we will safeguard air, water and biodiversity for future generations,” he wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

In this way, he was able to safeguard the entire text from the authorities and smuggle it out when he was released in 1976.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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