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protect

[pruh-tekt] / prəˈtɛkt /
VERB
take care of; guard from harm
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assure care for conserve cover cushion defend insulate keep look after preserve safeguard save secure shelter shield support
STRONG
bulwark champion chaperon fend foster harbor hedge screen shade stonewall watch
WEAK
cover all bases cover up give refuge give sanctuary go to bat for keep safe ride shotgun for sentinel shotgun stand guard take under wing watch over
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abandon destroy endanger give up harm hurt ignore injure lay bare let go neglect release squander uncover waste
STRONG
open
WEAK
attack

Example Sentences

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We have concrete plans, and concrete bunkers, to protect the new leadership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

While he appreciates that the extra fees and restrictions on fuel help build roads and protect the environment in California, he would love to see more support from the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"I think a lot of social media needs to do more to protect young children."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

That is why the defence ministry has opted to partly outsource the task to private actors, including energy companies, frequently targeted by Russian strikes, logistics firms and security groups to protect their sites.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Plus, it must be a good sign that Mom still wants to protect the rest of the adults at the Ranch.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy