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protective

[pruh-tek-tiv] / prəˈtɛk tɪv /


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So attempts to contain the virus's spread have had to rely mainly on protective measures and rapid contact tracing.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

The Israeli military said it is taking the drone threat seriously and has put up protective netting and accelerated training for soldiers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Investigators wearing protective clothing and gloves are searching among the black bags, broken furniture and scattered waste for clues.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

By giving cells a mild heat shock, the researchers hope to trigger protective responses that become weaker with age.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

“If you train them right, they’re protective, obedient, and playful,” Dad told me.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles




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