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protection

[pruh-tek-shuhn] / prəˈtɛk ʃən /


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Coastal protection advocates held their breath late into the night Friday as the clock ticked at the end of the legislative session.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 29, 2026

My plan, just back from a trip to the East Coast, was to give California a well-deserved pat on the back for its unwavering commitment to coastal protection and public access.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

The French report proposed “unprecedented trade protection, equivalent to a general tariff of 30% vis-à-vis China; or a depreciation of the euro of 20% to 30%” against the yuan.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

Archaeological investigations have identified surviving traces of the former camp complex, but Austria's Federal Monuments Office concluded that the remains were "not sufficient" for monument protection.

From Barron's Aug. 28, 2026

To prevent injury, hold the bag tight as the mojo or juju is released in order to activate the protection mojo.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas

“These protections will only be truly effective if we work with our peers — TikTok and YouTube — to put the same measures in place,” the letter said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 29, 2026

He has also called for expanded protections for ICE agents.

From Salon Aug. 29, 2026

If they are under 13, they should be kicked of the platforms, and if they are 13-17, they should be subject to the extra protections for children.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

It could even result in teens spending more time on other platforms with fewer protections.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 26, 2026

The last few days have shown me how woefully inadequate those protections are.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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