shield

Example Sentences

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The panels have had another surprising side effect: because the grass is shielded from the elements, it's of more consistent quality.

From Barron's

But the joy that little monkey feels for his orangutan, which he uses as shield, surrogate and playmate, is both heartbreaking and heartwarming.

From Los Angeles Times

Fighters wrap ropes around their punching hand, named "the spear", and block oncoming blows with the other, referred to as the "shield".

From BBC

There is little reason to assume a successor would be shielded from similar pressure if rates remain elevated.

From Barron's

What makes it delicate, is the concern that looking after Andrew might be seen as shielding him from scrutiny.

From BBC