shielded
Example Sentences
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According to the research team, the comet's upper layers likely shielded the methane ice until solar heating penetrated deeper into the icy interior.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026
To be sure, Congress can create new private property or contract rights that cannot be undone later because they are shielded by other parts of the Constitution.
From Slate • May 26, 2026
The insurers had alleged that they were shielded from antitrust liability under both California and federal law due to a certain legal doctrine.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
Wealthy Polish noblemen, for instance, would often refuse to pay, shielded from any consequences by their superior social position.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
I rolled my eyes, then shielded them as a blast of wind blew dust and ash into my face.
From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia
