guardian angel

as in guardian
someone that protects his work with the pet rescue center has led many to hail him as a guardian angel and friend to all animals

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Recent Examples of guardian angel The shoulder-pad wearing guardian angels of the 1980s were on my side; that, or the recipe was really foolproof. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024 However, a guardian angel intervenes, revealing George’s profound impact on his community. John Dealbreuin Wealth Of Geeks, Boston Herald, 26 Dec. 2024 Begging her guardian angel to rewind time and save her, Shepherd is by turns imperious, disbelieving, and frightened. Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024 But when his guardian angel, Clarence (Henry Travers), appears on Earth to help him, George is shown an alternate world sans his existence — offering him a new gratitude for life, burdens and all. James Mercadante, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for guardian angel
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Noun
  • Admission is free, but guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Check out the full schedule and additional information here.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Her bank believed that she had been exploited, and Morrissey was appointed as her guardian.
    Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • So that’s our jobs as custodians of the arts, to have an entry point where people can see where that’s made by people that look like them and just feel the energy.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 Mar. 2025
  • People are walking memories, and certain generations have been custodians of their traditions.
    Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Before going public with his abuse claims in 2013, Robson was one of Jackson’s most vociferous defenders, denying the pop star had ever behaved inappropriately and serving as a key defense witness in Jackson’s 2005 child molestation trial.
    Danielle Bacher, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Free agency’s pathway to the draft Joel M. asks (via Bluesky): Free agency sets Carolina up to take a pass rushing edge defender in the first round, but how will Carolina seek to address the WR position?
    Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 19 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Make use of heads up or posture protector apps that remind you not to bend your neck.
    Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The 34-year-old tackle started 14 games last season and graded out as a slightly above-average pass protector and average overall starter, per Pro Football Focus.
    Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Security firms saw a surge in inquiries, yet executive protection isn't just about bodyguards and armored cars anymore.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Health mentor, life coach, bodyguard, waiter, whatever.
    Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2025

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“Guardian angel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guardian%20angel. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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