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protection

[pruh-tek-shuhn] / prəˈtɛk ʃən /


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The Senate’s proposed renewal, the Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act, adds even more protection, including criminal penalties for abuses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

He introduced bills for a clearer medical exception and protection for doctors who intervened in cases where a fatal fetal anomaly risked the mother’s health.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Kim, meanwhile, wants Chinese protection - without Chinese control.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

If Hormuz reopens and oil falls, that diversification should provide more protection than investors would get from a pure upstream producer.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

It reminded her of the iron keys Conjure folk put on their altars for protection or to make way for new things.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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