protective

Example Sentences

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A hearing regarding the protective order is set for Tuesday and may determine whether a final protective order is granted by the Utah court.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Strict temperature controls and workers in protective suits ensure that medicines are handled under sterile conditions and in guaranteed cold chains.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

In this scenario, Starship would act as a protective shield and slow the spacecraft down as it enters the planet's atmosphere.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Despite having an implant, eye drops and other protective measures, the force said her eye condition - which Luna was born with - meant she was always going to lose sight in the affected eye.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Suddenly, I longed for the protective comfort of my cage.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney