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protect

[pruh-tekt] / prəˈtɛkt /


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The trend is also fueled by a contradictory pairing: families’ fierce desire to protect their babies and a cascade of false information infused into their social media algorithms.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

A dedicated team of 100 additional officers is to be deployed to protect London's Jewish communities, the Metropolitan Police has said.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

“From my understanding, it’s basically making sure basically the tissue is healed enough. We’re obviously going to splint him, but making sure the tissue is healed enough to protect his skin barrier.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

She said she initially kept Musk’s paternity confidential to protect the children from security threats but came out to OpenAI’s board after a news story in 2022 revealed his paternity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

He stepped in front of her, one arm out to protect her.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell




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