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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

If it works in people, it could become more like a maintenance therapy, repeated at intervals to keep the eye's protective systems active.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

His social media feeds increasingly blur the line between governance, architecture and fortress fantasy: giant protective systems, controlled ceremonial spaces, triumphant crowds and heavily curated images of power.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

The Rwandan refugee who lived alone in an abandoned factory was now part of a family in which he played the role of protective older brother.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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