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safeguard

noun as in protection

verb as in protect

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Wealden District Council has called for the reversal of the plans, claiming it had "totally failed" to engage with the community or provide assurances around safeguarding for both asylum seekers and residents.

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The study raises concerns that large-scale mining could trigger widespread and long-lasting changes in ocean ecosystems if it proceeds without strict safeguards.

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“Such a delay undermines our ability to safeguard public health and maintain transparency. Immediate notification is a regulatory requirement and is critical for ensuring community trust and safety.”

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Odysseus is the flawed hero, a consummate liar and a less-than-stellar leader who cannot safeguard the “homecomings of his companions.”

But he had reaffirmed "the importance of safeguarding the rights, safety, and dignity" of Kenyans living in Tanzania.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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