protective
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During the previous, uncrewed Artemis mission, the Orion craft’s heat shield didn’t perform as expected, with protective material on the device chipping off.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
The new effort, which builds on £73.4m already committed for protective security at Jewish, Muslim and other faith sites for 2026-27, will initially focus on policing in communities, particularly faith communities, across London and Manchester.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
"We don't limit what protective means they can buy," he said, adding: "because we understand that the war will change in three months, six months."
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
A judge set bail at $150,000 and issued a protective order prohibiting Hart from having any animals in his care.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
Hyacinth wrapped protective arms around Franz, who was sitting at her feet, and glared at Isa.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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“About Edward Jenner” from the Jenner Institute
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