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Recent Examples of protector The first layer of a bed should be a base layer, such as a mattress protector, followed by a set of sheets. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025 These include the notion that women are responsible when the victim of a rape attack; that men are the protectors of women, who should be subservient; and that men are frequently victims of false rape claims, among other fringe beliefs he’s publicly espoused. Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Feb. 2025 The brand is even throwing in a a free bedroom bundle with each mattress purchase, including two Dream pillows, a mattress protector, and a free sheet set. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 Feb. 2025 His grief manifests as a gigantic crow that stalks through his home, serving as both a frightening specter and protector. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 27 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for protector
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Noun
  • The couple were Jaylin's guardians, family members told CBS 7.
    KC Baker, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Ages 2-5 years are welcome with a parent or guardian.
    Jake Richardson, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Dodson is a strong pass defender but so-so against the run.
    Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Don't sleep on the Chargers in this race for the star defender.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The demonstration came to a head in late April as protesters took Hamilton Hall, damaging property and trapping custodians inside.
    Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Investors can transact in either or both certificates, deposit common shares with a custodian to receive the two certificates, or return both certificates to the trust to reclaim a common share.
    Gene A. Grant II, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • And while the first dose is highly protective, the best protection comes after the second dose, which is usually given when a child is ready to start school.
    Dr. Ashish K. Jha, TIME, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Vaccines are the only intervention proven to prevent measles, with one dose providing 93% protection against the disease.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • On that furtive call with Reacher, Duffy tells him the pickup truck and the Audi Richard Beck’s bodyguard were driving in the same police lot.
    Chris Klimek, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2025
  • The latest legal issue involves three individuals, including the former bodyguard Markus Fritsche, who were found guilty of blackmail.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025

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“Protector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protector. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.

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