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protect

[pruh-tekt] / prəˈtɛkt /


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The operations aboard the aircraft carrier, observed by Journal reporters this month, provided a glimpse into the expansive U.S. operation to protect ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

For those who want to help protect the lake, Miller suggests signing up for the committee’s newsletter to learn more about ongoing conservation efforts and ways to get involved.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

The Ethiopian leader said the military hardware was essential to protect the country from external threats.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Investors need to actively protect ours, Jacob Bornstein and David Tenen write.

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

He found he wanted, desperately, to protect her; to protect the girl who was taking on all of time.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell

“This is the most durable, balanced way to meet the moment of what we have to do, which is restore environmental conditions in a way that protects water security for California communities.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

The site was once a rubbish dump but has been redeveloped and now protects 1,235 acres of mangroves.

From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026

For the aircraft of tomorrow, Safran is also developing an "open fan" engine free of the nacelle or encasing, which traditionally encloses and protects the fan blades.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 protects lawmakers’ decisions against presidential efforts to ignore congressional appropriations.

From Salon ● Oct. 27, 2026

“The Lord protects the innocent,” she says, then leaves as silently as she came.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein

Ivy Deng, who is doing a master's degree in painting at the Royal College of Art, said: "In terms of regulations, I don't feel protected about the fair use of my art."

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026

Marvel also posted a tribute to Stewart, who was held dear by audiences who saw themselves in the mutants cared for and protected by Stewart’s Charles Xavier.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

“Violence, threats, and conspiracies to impede law enforcement operations are not protected by the First Amendment,” said White House spokeswoman Lauren Bis.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

More than half also managed health services, protected them from fraud and handled investing.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026

Now fully protected by his spacesuit, Rada was ready.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti

"We are transforming our network to improve long-term resilience of our water supply; protecting the environment and tackling leaks as part of our multibillion-pound plan to deliver the long-term improvements our customers and communities expect."

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Understanding this mechanism could eventually help researchers develop treatments aimed at reducing harmful fluctuations and protecting against their potential consequences.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026

"I came here from home with the intention of protecting the students" who called the demonstration, Sekar told AFP.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

“It is about protecting Nevada’s passion for soccer and making sure this moment does not define his journey.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026

Andrew tore at the tape and plastic bag protecting the thick yellow envelope with “Clue” inked on the front.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein


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