shielded

Example Sentences

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Inside the amoeba, these pathogens can survive in a kind of safe shelter, shielded from disinfectants that would normally destroy them.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

Hernandez defended her record, saying she’s cleaned up homeless encampments and shielded critical services from budget cuts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The report said that while select committees do not normally focus on the leadership of individual private companies, MPs felt compelled to act because SEW appeared "shielded from the consequences of its incompetence".

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Hailstorms, wildfires and wind damage are hammering places once thought to be shielded from the worst rate hikes, a Wall Street Journal analysis of premiums and natural disasters nationwide found.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The cool morning breeze and clouds thankfully shielded us from the otherwise oppressive heat.

From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed