protective
Example Sentences
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He said the country is installing so-called protective "blue shields" -- nicknamed "the Red Cross of heritage" -- at archaeological sites.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
The AI agents can buy protective puts, sweep cash into higher-yielding assets, and add stop-loss orders for customers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
The protective effects were especially strong for inflammatory conditions like arthritis, serious cardiovascular problems such as heart attack and stroke, and dementia.
From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026
Paul has been denied visitation until their protective order hearing on April 7, which may determine whether a final protective order is granted by the court.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
If I’d once been someone who threw herself completely into every task, I was now more cautious, protective of my time, knowing I had to maintain enough energy for life at home.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.