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protection

[pruh-tek-shuhn] / prəˈtɛk ʃən /


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L.A. voting rights groups rally to recruit poll watchers, launch protection programs, and counter potential election disruption in the November vote.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026

However, Josephine Ballon, who heads German non-profit organisation Hate Aid, which aims to support victims of digital violence, told the BBC that the current law against upskirting does not provide enough protection.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

That could have increased the chances for chemical interactions while also providing some protection from harsh surroundings.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026

Some distance reveals that “Promising Young Woman” is less about justice than protection.

From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026

It was just one of those small towns and villages that used to be under a nobleman's protection.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios

Smaller carriers also lack the bargaining leverage of major fleets to demand full surcharge protections from shippers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026

While acknowledging most UK airlines already offer protections against hidden costs, the government said its proposed reforms would provide greater consistency across all airlines operating in the country.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

Its roughly 17,000 members are pushing for better wages, more work-life balance protections and other job improvements.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

Roy has made renter protections a cornerstone of her campaign and says it will be key to stemming the city’s homeless crisis.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

I fed the fire, and feared them not; for I knew that we were safe within our protections.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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