guarded
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But after fielding that call in May - and once he had finished "pacing around the house in excitement" - he soon realised he would need to keep it a closely guarded secret.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Ironically, Toru preaches the importance of good communication skills in the office, a lesson the film’s guarded family would be wise to heed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Stock markets were mixed on Wednesday, with guarded optimism that the US and Iran could reach a deal.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
There will still be a scene remaining that will be guarded by police officers for a number of days while our work continues.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
"It's guarded by a creature that is invulnerable to attack."
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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Vocabulary from Readings 6, Unit 1
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