shield
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The 48-year-old had sent the country to vote a year early, saying the government needed a fresh mandate in order to shield the tiny, import-reliant island from the Middle East crisis.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
If a dog attacks, carriers are trained to use their mail satchel as a shield and deploy dog repellent if necessary.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The 2005 Prep Act lets the HHS secretary during public health emergencies shield manufacturers, distributors and healthcare providers from lawsuits.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
By stripping away that maturity safety net, the ETF wrapper can leave investors with continuous exposure to interest-rate volatility and turn what’s designed to be an inflation shield into a more speculative market trade.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
Brooklyn used her forearm to shield herself from their bright glare as she sat up and got her bearings.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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