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protection

[pruh-tek-shuhn] / prəˈtɛk ʃən /


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Perez-Funez’s case originally led the court to establish due process safeguards for immigrant children, giving them the right to speak with a relative or attorney before signing forms that waive their pursuit of legal protection.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

Among its claims, the county alleged the oil companies engaged in a conspiracy to mislead the public and violated consumer protection rules by mischaracterizing the dangers of their products.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

"By modifying or removing this specific adenovirus protein, future vaccines can avoid this extremely rare reaction while continuing to provide strong protection against disease," says Dr. Wang.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

But after Argentine MPs this week passed government reforms to loosen the protection of glaciers, De Valle fears her vineyard's water supply is under threat.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The sides of all the boats had been raised for protection against rough seas, but that made the seats too low for rowing.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong




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